Alton Brown Creamed Spinach
This Alton Brown Creamed Spinach recipe is a rich and indulgent side dish that complements any meal beautifully. I've experimented with different cheeses over the years, and I've found that a blend of Gruyere and Parmesan gives the best flavor!I always blanch the spinach quickly in boiling water and then shock it in ice water to retain its vibrant green color.You can add a pinch of nutmeg for an extra layer of flavor, but you can also experiment with other spices like garlic powder or a touch of red pepper flakes.
Servings: 4
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup Butter
- 1/4 cup All-Purpose Flour
- 1 cup Heavy Cream
- 1/4 cup Onion chopped
- 1 clove Garlic minced
- 2 lbs. Spinach
- 1/2 tsp Salt
Instructions
- Melt the butter in a large pot over medium heat.
- Once melted, sprinkle in the flour gradually while whisking until you get a smooth mixture.
- Continue to whisk the butter-flour mixture for about 5 minutes until it turns a light golden brown.
- This step is critical to avoid that raw flour taste.
- Slowly add the heavy cream while whisking the mixture.
- Keep stirring for a couple of minutes until it thickens slightly.
- Add the chopped onion and minced garlic.
- Cook for another minute to allow the flavors to blend well.
- Finally, add the spinach, salt, and pepper.
- Stir everything together and cook on low heat until the spinach is completely wilted and coated in the sauce.