Imagine spending Thanksgiving with the Martha Stewart. I assume that everything on her table would be carefully chosen or cooked by her, from the cabernet to the cranberry sauce. Oh, and the table settings are probably elegant enough to rival a state banquet at Buckingham Palace.
Most of us will never end up at Marthas Thanksgiving table (and thats a good thing, because Id surely use the wrong fork or something). But one thing we can do is whip up the recipe for Martha Stewart creamed spinach, the dish that Martha herself told Parade is the first item gobbled up on her Thanksgiving table. And, while youre cooking everything on your Thanksgiving day menu, you can also stir up Marthas favorite cocktail to serve on Thanksgiving. If youre plating greens with your bird and mashed potatoes, dont forget to read up on Marthas tips for restaurant-worthy salads either.
Tips for Martha Stewart’s Creamed Spinach Recipe
Yes, you can use frozen spinach. Youll have to defrost it and squeeze out all the moisture before adding it to the recipe.
Martha Stewart Creamed Spinach Recipe
Martha says the secret to her creamed spinach recipe is her homemade cream cheese sauce. Follow the measurements below or tweak the ingredients based on your taste preferences. This recipe makes four servings.
- 2-1/2 pounds spinach, trimmed and cleaned
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 medium onion, minced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 ounces cream cheese, cut into pieces
- 1/2 cup milk
- Pinch ground nutmeg
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the trimmed spinach and cook only until the leaves wilt, which will only take about one minute. Drain the spinach, then rinse it with cold water until completely cool. Using your hands, squeeze the spinach to remove as much liquid as you can before chopping the spinach coarsely.
Heat a large saucepan over medium heat and add butter. Add the onion and garlic, season it with salt and pepper, and cook until the onion softens, three to five minutes.
Next, add cream cheese and mash the cream cheese into the onion mixture until everything is smooth. Whisk in the milk, followed by the spinach, then stir until well-incorporated. Simmer over medium heat until the mixture thickens, eight to 10 minutes. Season with nutmeg and more salt and pepper if desired.
Creamed Greens – Kitchen Wisdom – Martha Stewart
FAQ
What are the ingredients in Stouffer’s creamed spinach?
What is cream of spinach made of?
Is creamed spinach anti inflammatory?
Does creamed spinach contain cheese?
How do you make creamed spinach?
This creamed spinach begins with a simple white sauce, which begins with a roux, which is a cooked mixture of butter and flour, which is the basis of a cream sauce, which, when bumped up a notch by finely diced onions and garlic, is one of the best things you’ll ever learn to make. Which, which, which. I’m done. Here’s how you make it.
How does one eat spinach?
Spinach can be eaten raw, sautéed, in salads, in pies, with fruit juice, in omelets, in soups and broths, and as your creativity allows.
How do you make a spinach sour cream sandwich?
Roughly chop spinach; set aside. In a medium skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add flour, and cook, stirring, 1 to 2 minutes. Slowly whisk in milk; season with salt, pepper, and sugar. Thin with reserved spinach liquid. Stir in spinach. Sprinkle with nutmeg to taste and, if desired, top with a dollop of sour cream. Serve immediately.
How do you cook spinach in a crock pot?
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add spinach, and cook just until wilted, about 1 minute. Drain in a colander; rinse with cold water until cool. Squeeze spinach to remove as much liquid as possible. Coarsely chop spinach, then set aside. In a large saucepan, heat butter over medium. Add onion and garlic; season with salt and pepper.