Spinach in a creamy sauce with parmesan for garnish

Cookinero 19 Jul 2025

The recipe for spinach in a creamy sauce is one of the popular options for preparing a side dish. Spinach has good taste qualities, it is low in calories and rich in microelements. To preserve the beneficial properties of the plant, it can be frozen. If you choose fresh spinach, inspect the product for yellow and black spots. Such signs indicate that the greens are either damaged by insects or have been treated with special agents. You should not eat such a product.

How to cook Spinach in a creamy sauce with parmesan for garnish

Step 1

Spinach in a creamy sauce with parmesan for garnish

Start making the sauce. Melt 3 tablespoons of butter in a frying pan over medium heat. Add the flour and stir until smooth. Cook, stirring, until the mixture becomes lighter in color. This will take about 1-2 minutes. Remove the pan from the stove, add the milk, salt and nutmeg. Return to medium heat and bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Then turn off the heat and cool the sauce slightly, stirring.

Step 2

Spinach in a creamy sauce with parmesan for garnish

Defrost the spinach. Heat a deep frying pan with the remaining butter over medium heat. Add the spinach and, covered, simmer for about 3 minutes. Stir and continue simmering without a lid for about 2-3 minutes. Drain off excess liquid and cool slightly, then squeeze the spinach well.

Step 3

Spinach in a creamy sauce with parmesan for garnish

Mix the sauce with the spinach. Heat the sauce over low heat without bringing it to a boil, then stir in the whole egg and egg yolks. Cook, stirring, until the sauce thickens. Add the defrosted spinach and heat through. Season with salt and pepper as needed.

Spinach in a creamy sauce with parmesan for garnish - FAQ About Ingredients, Baking Time and Storage

Yes, you can use fresh spinach. Simply sauté 10-12 oz of fresh spinach (stems removed) until wilted before adding to the sauce. Squeeze out excess water as you would with thawed frozen spinach.
Substitute butter with olive oil, use almond or oat milk, and replace Parmesan with nutritional yeast or vegan cheese. For thickness, cornstarch can replace flour (use 1.5 tbsp mixed with cold plant milk).
Pair it with grilled chicken, salmon, or as a side to pasta or mashed potatoes. For low-carb options, try roasted cauliflower or zucchini noodles.
Store in an airtight container for 3-4 days in the fridge. Reheat gently on the stove with a splash of milk to restore creaminess.
Yes, but the texture may change slightly. Freeze without garnish for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge and reheat slowly, stirring well.
Try a pinch of cayenne for heat, ground mustard for tang, or omit it entirely. Alternatively, a dash of garlic powder complements the dish well.
Use cornstarch or gluten-free flour (1:1 ratio) for the sauce. Double-check that all other ingredients (like nutmeg) are certified gluten-free.
Yes, but the sauce will be thinner. For thickness, mix 1 tbsp cornstarch with 2 tbsp cold water and stir into the sauce while heating.

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