Creamy Spinach

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Creamy spinach is a dish made by cooking fresh spinach leaves in a rich and creamy sauce. The spinach is first cooked until wilted and tender, then combined with a mixture of cream, butter, garlic, and Parmesan cheese to create a smooth and flavorful sauce. The dish is typically seasoned with salt, black pepper, and sometimes a pinch of nutmeg for added flavor.

Creamy spinach can be served as a side dish with meats like steak, chicken, or fish. It can also be used as a filling for pasta dishes, like stuffed shells or lasagna. Creamy spinach is a popular side dish in many cuisines, including French, Italian, and American. It’s a quick and easy way to add some green vegetables to a meal while also indulging in a decadent, creamy sauce.

Creamy Spinach Ingredients

500g Spinach ( weighed after cutting out the stems)Pinch of Bicarbonate soda2 tablespoons garlic paste ( add less if your not a garlic fan)1/2 cup finely chopped onionsSliced hot green chillies to taste5 teaspoons corn starchSalt to taste1 teaspoon White pepper1/4 teaspoon dried origanum1 cup milk1 1/4 cup fresh cream1 cup grated cheddar cheese3 tablespoons melted butter

Steps

Wash, cut and boil the spinach with a pinch Bicarbonate soda until it just softens.Drain and leave aside.Mix together the milk and fresh cream. Leave aside.Heat the butter. Add the onions and fry until just soft. Do not brown.Add the garlic and green chillies. Sauté for a minute.Add the Spinach and mix.Add the Milk and cream mixture.Also add in the salt, pepper, origanum and corn starch.Mix well.When it comes to a simmer, add the cheese. Mix.Cook until thickened.Serve hot.

Note

Thin down with more fresh cream if it gets too thick.Remember that it thickens as it cools down.