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A creamy garlic spinach recipe that’s quick, comforting, and perfect for everyday meals.
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Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb fresh spinach, washed and dried
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter or olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream or half-and-half
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 pinch red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1 to taste salt and pepper

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • wooden spoon
  • knife

Method
 

  1. Wash and thoroughly dry the spinach.
  2. Heat butter or oil in a skillet over medium heat and sauté garlic until fragrant.
  3. Add spinach and cook until just wilted.
  4. Reduce heat and stir in cream, simmering gently.
  5. Add Parmesan cheese and stir until melted and creamy.
  6. Season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Serve warm.

Nutrition

Calories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 6gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 220mgPotassium: 540mgFiber: 3gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 120IUVitamin C: 45mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 20mg

Notes

Serve immediately for best texture. Adjust cream and seasoning to taste.

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