This rich and creamy spinach dish, flavored with garlic and onion, makes the perfect comforting side to any hearty meal. A classic done right!
Creamed Spinach with Garlic and Onion
This rich and creamy spinach dish, flavored with garlic and onion, makes the perfect comforting side to any hearty meal. A classic done right!
Equipment
- Pot, Spoon, Knife, Cutting board
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons 28 g nondairy butter
- 1 tablespoon 15 g minced garlic
- 1 cup 160 g diced onion
- ¼ cup 31 g all-purpose flour
- 1½ cups 355 ml unsweetened soy or other nondairy milk
- 1 pound 455 g frozen cut leaf spinach
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Melt the nondairy butter in a pot over medium heat.
- Add the diced onion and minced garlic, reduce the heat to low, cover, and cook for 12 to 15 minutes until the onions are translucent, fragrant, and starting to brown.
- Stir in the flour and cook until fully incorporated.
- Gradually add the nondairy milk, stirring until smooth.
- Increase the heat to medium-high and bring to a boil.
- Once it boils, stir in the frozen spinach and cook until heated through.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Notes & Wine Advice
Serving Tip:
Serve as a side dish with roasted meats or alongside Twice-Baked Potatoes for a comforting and satisfying meal.
Wine Advice:
A light and crisp white wine such as Chardonnay complements the richness of the creamed spinach.
Nutrition values
Calories: 160 kcal | Carbohydrates: 18 g | Protein: 6 g | Fat: 7 g | Sugar: 4 g