Creamed Spinach
This creamed spinach dip is the ultimate appetizer or side dish! The perfect mixture of milk, cheese, and a little bit of spice makes this dip nearly foolproof. Try it out at your next party for an instant crowd pleaser!
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 305kcal
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup flour
- 4 tbsp butter
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup whole milk
- 2 garlic cloves
- 1 small onion
- Pinch of red pepper flakes optional
- 4 ounces softened cream cheese
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 12 ounces frozen spinach thawed and squeezed dry
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 500 degrees.
- Melt butter in a large skillet over medium high heat, when the butter is half way melted add the onions and cook until translucent.
- Add the garlic and red pepper flakes.
- Sprinkle in the flour slowly while continuously whisking.
- Whisk in the heavy cream and whole milk.
- Lower the heat and add the cream cheese and 1/4 cup parmesan cheese. Stir until the cheese is completely melted.
- Add the spinach and cook for an additional minute.
- Season with salt and pepper generously.
- Place the creamed spinach in an oven safe dish and top with the remaining parmesan cheese.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the top is golden brown.
- Serve immediately.
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Nutrition
Calories: 305kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 25g | Saturated Fat: 15g | Cholesterol: 79mg | Sodium: 323mg | Potassium: 327mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 7570IU | Vitamin C: 4.8mg | Calcium: 251mg | Iron: 1.5mg