EASY Creamed Spinach Recipe (HOW to Make Creamed Spinach with Sour Cream)

heavy cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk + cornstarch

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

Parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: grated cheddar

Nutritional yeast is dairy-free and adds umami flavor.

Wash spinach thoroughly and remove any tough stems.

Heat butter in a large skillet over medium heat until melted.

Add chopped onion and minced garlic; sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Stir in flour and cook for 1-2 minutes to form a roux.

Gradually add milk, whisking until smooth and thickened, about 5 minutes.

Pour in heavy cream and stir to combine.

Add spinach to the skillet and cook until wilted, about 2-3 minutes.

Season with nutmeg, salt, and black pepper to taste.

Stir in grated Parmesan cheese until melted and well incorporated.

Transfer mixture to a baking dish and sprinkle additional cheese on top if desired.

Bake in preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 15-20 minutes until bubbly and golden.

Remove from oven and drizzle with lemon juice before serving.

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