Lightcreamedlemonspinach Recipes

BEST HEALTHY CREAMED SPINACH

Steps:

• COOK SPINACH: Cook frozen spinach in microwave as per package instructions. I add a teaspoon of water and microwave it, covered, for 3 1/2 minutes on High. Drain in strainer, squeezing out as much moisture as possible. It's ok if a little bit remains. Note 1 for using fresh spinach.
• MAKE CREAM SAUCE: Heat butter and/or oil on medium heat in a medium saucepan. Add onions and sauté gently for 3 minutes. Add garlic and sauté another 30 seconds. Mix in flour to make a roux. Stir for 2 minutes until it turns pale brown. Don't let it get dark. Add any combination of milk and cream that you like to equal 1 1/2 cups/354 ml. I generally use mostly fat free or 2% milk and about 1/4 cup half and half (10%) cream. Stir until thickened, about 5 minutes. Add salt, black pepper and nutmeg (if using) to your taste.
• COMBINE: Stir in cooked well-squeezed-out chopped spinach. Add Parmesan cheese if using. If mixture is too thick, add more milk until desired consistency is reached. Taste and adjust seasonings. Serve immediately. Note 3 to make ahead.

LIGHT CREAMED SPINACH

Steps:

• 1. Boil the washed spinach in a medium-sized saucepan. Drain thoroughly in a colander.
• 2. Return the drained spinach to the saucepan. Add either the olive oil or the water, and the garlic. Simmer on medium heat for about 5-7 minutes.
• 3. Add the yogurt to the spinach and garlic mixture, and cook on medium to low heat until well blended.
• 4. Serve warm as a side dish for meat or other vegetables, or as an accompaniment to baked or boiled potatoes. Crusty rolls or garlic/French bread also go well with this dish.

LIGHT CREAMED SPINACH

Steps:

• Heat oil. Add onions.
• Add spinach.
• Add lemon juice and cream when spinanch is cooked, followed by cheese. Stir briskly to mix and serve.