Creamed Spinach
Keto Creamed Spinach is easy to make and makes a great addition to any meal you want to serve grilled meats or roasted vegetables with. This is prepared from fresh spinach, garlic, butter, and creamy Parmesan sauce and is therefore both tasty and is suitable for the keto diet. It may not be very appealing to look at, it’s thick and creamy with a hint of garlic which makes it a perfect side dish to many foods.
What We Will Need
4 cups fresh spinach
1 tablespoon butter
1 clove garlic, minced
¼ cup heavy cream
¼ cup grated Parmesan
Salt and pepper to your desired preference
How We Are Going To Do It
step 1 : Put butter and garlic into the pan to sizzle for some time until the garlic gets a brownish tinge.
step 2 : Finally, put spinach into it and stir until the spinach is softly cooked.
step 3 : Fold increased amount of heavy cream and Parmesan into sauce until thick and stew like.
Nutrition Information (Per Serving)
Calories: 140 kcal
Fat: 12g
Carbohydrates: 3g net carbs (4g total carbs - 1g fiber)
Protein: 4g
Sugar: 1g
Fiber: 1g
FAQs
1. Can I replace fresh spinach with the frozen one?
• Yes! If you are using frozen spinach you can do so, but it must be prepared by defrosting and then draining it thoroughly before sautéing it in the pan. It’s better if the spinach is thawed but frozen is okay and reduces preparation time needed.
2. Are there any other types of cheese can I add?
• Absolutely! For instance, you can substitute with cream cheese, Gruyère or of course mozzarella for different taste and textures in your keto diet.
3. In how many days I can store creamed spinach?
• Creamed spinach will stay good in the fridge in an airtight container for 3 days. Recook gently on the stove or in a microwave before you serve it.
Tips for Making Perfect Creamed Spinach
• Squeeze out extra moisture if using frozen spinach: This way your creamed spinach doesn’t turn out watery.
• Use full-fat cream for the best texture: Instead of using 2% milk, I use full-fat heavy cream because of its body and thickness incredibly important for a keto dish.
• Don’t overcook the spinach: Cook just until wilted. Over-baking makes the oatmeal too soft and strips it of most of the taste it holds.
• Add nutmeg for extra flavor: Ground nutmeg, just a pinch with cream; it is compatible with creamy foods and when added to your creamed spinach, it can boost its flavor.
Keto Creamed Spinach is an ideal tasty side dish that will not take much of your time but will match different recipes for a main course. The taste it has depends primarily on the combination of ingredients used, but the experience is that it is creamy and cheesy, which will likely make it popular with keto enthusiasts!