Description
Cheesy Creamed Spinach is the ultimate comfort side dish. Lush, creamy, and topped with bubbling golden cheese, this crowd-pleaser works alongside everything from holiday roasts to casual weeknight dinners. With fresh spinach, aromatic garlic, and a blend of melted cheeses, it’s pure indulgence in every bite.
Ingredients
2 pounds fresh spinach
2 tablespoons butter
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 cup whole milk
1 cup heavy cream
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
1. Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
2. Add spinach in batches, letting it wilt before adding more. Once all is wilted, transfer to a colander and press out excess moisture.
3. In the same skillet, melt another tablespoon of butter. Whisk in flour to form a roux.
4. Gradually add milk and cream, whisking until smooth and thickened. Add nutmeg, salt, and pepper.
5. Stir the drained spinach into the sauce. Simmer gently for 2–3 minutes.
6. Transfer mixture into an oven-safe baking dish. Top with mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
7. Bake at 375°F for 15 minutes, or until cheese is bubbly and golden.
8. Optionally, broil for 2–3 minutes for a deeper crust.
Notes
Make sure to drain the spinach well—excess moisture will thin the sauce.
Freshly grated cheese melts better and gives the best crust—avoid pre-shredded.
You can prep this dish ahead and bake it just before serving—it reheats beautifully.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of recipe
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 390mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: cheesy creamed spinach, spinach side dish, baked spinach