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Creamy Low-Carb Creamed Spinach Recipe Easy Homemade Keto Side Dish

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A rich, creamy, and satisfying low-carb creamed spinach recipe perfect for keto diets. This easy homemade side dish is quick to prepare and uses simple pantry staples.

Ingredients

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  • 10 cups loosely packed fresh spinach (about 300g or 10.5 oz)
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (28g)
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 4 ounces cream cheese, softened (113g)
  • ½ cup heavy cream (120ml)
  • ¼ cup Parmesan cheese, finely grated (25g)
  • ⅛ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Rinse the fresh spinach leaves in cold water to remove any grit. Use a salad spinner or towel to dry thoroughly. Set aside. (About 5 minutes)
  2. In a large sauté pan over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant, but not browned.
  3. Add the spinach in batches, stirring constantly to wilt each portion before adding more. Cook for 3-4 minutes until spinach reduces dramatically in volume and excess liquid evaporates.
  4. Lower the heat to medium-low. Stir in the softened cream cheese until it melts smoothly into the spinach. Gradually pour in the heavy cream, stirring to combine until creamy and smooth. If lumps appear, remove from heat and whisk vigorously.
  5. Fold in the grated Parmesan, ground nutmeg, salt, and pepper. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. (About 2 minutes)
  6. Let the mixture simmer gently for 2-3 minutes until thickened, stirring frequently to prevent sticking. Add a splash more cream or water if too thick.
  7. Remove from heat. Serve immediately for best texture and flavor.

Notes

Do not overcook the spinach to maintain texture. Squeeze out excess water especially if using frozen spinach to avoid watery creamed spinach. Use softened cream cheese to prevent lumps. Cook garlic until fragrant but not browned to avoid bitterness. Adjust seasoning gradually to prevent oversalting. Reheat leftovers gently on stove with splash of cream or water; avoid high power microwaving.

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