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This Longhorn Steakhouse Creamed Spinach recipe will become an instant favorite! The creamy, delicate yet bold flavors will have your mouth watering and everyone wanting more.
Once I tried Creamed Spinach at Longhorn Steakhouse I was hooked.
It has definitely become one of my favorite sides to order when we go out to eat.
But let’s be honest- we can’t dine out all the time so I was determined to come up with a copycat recipe that I could make right at home.
After a little bit of trial and error, I think I have mastered the same taste and texture that you’ll find in the restaurant.
I’m quite proud of this recipe, too. It’s quite delicious and so easy!
I’m trying to incorporate more veggies into our family dinners and this is one way to make them more appealing for our little ones – not only do they gobble it up but they do so with big smiles on their faces, too!
Be sure to check out all of our other Longhorn Steakhouse Copycat Recipes!
What can I serve with Creamed Spinach?
Ooooh, this dish pairs nicely with so many main dishes!
It would taste amazing with a steak, pork chop or roasted chicken.
If you want other side dish ideas think mini potatoes, glazed carrots, or parsnips.
You can also pair it with mac ‘n cheese, spaghetti, or any other noodle dish. I will go ahead and link below some of our personal favorite dishes to make with it!
Slow cooker Spaghetti and Sauce
Instant Pot Hawaiian Meatballs
Substitutions
I love using minced garlic that you can buy in a jar at the store. It is my go-to when a recipe calls for minced garlic. You can use the jarred stuff (my personal favorite) or feel free to mince your own garlic.
In some recipes, you can substitute 3/4 cup milk plus 1/3 cup butter or margarine for 1 cup of heavy cream. However, I have not tried that for this recipe so I’m not sure if it would turn out the same.
FAQ
What is the equivalent of fresh spinach to frozen spinach? Substitute 1 1/2 cups of fresh spinach for one 10-ounce package of frozen spinach.
Can you freeze fresh spinach? To freeze spinach, blanch it first then place your spinach into a sealable freezer bag and squeeze out the excess air with your hands. Then, store the spinach in your freezer.
Can I double this recipe? You can! Just make sure you put it in a large enough dish.
How do you reheat creamed spinach? Reheat in the oven or the stove top and slowly heat on low to medium heat until heated through.
Can I make creamed spinach ahead of time? It can be made one day ahead and chilled, covered then reheated over moderately low heat until hot.
How long can I store creamed spinach in the fridge? If covered in an airtight container you can store it for up to three days.
How do you know if your spinach is bad? Some common traits of bad spinach are a darkened color, a moist texture and a strong smell.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoon butter
- 1/8 cup flour
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1.5 cups heavy cream (or so)
- 1 cup shaved parmesan cheese (divided)
- 5 cups fresh spinach leaves
Instructions
Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat and stir in flour to make a paste.
Add garlic and cook until fragrant.
Lower heat to medium-low and add in about 1.5 cups of heavy cream. Stir until it starts to thicken.
Add in 1/2 cup parmesan cheese and stir until combined. Add a little more heavy cream if it’s too thick.
Add in spinach leaves and stir until they start to wilt.
Pour into a baking dish and top with additional grated or shaved parmesan cheese.
Bake at 350 for about 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is browned.
Longhorn Steakhouse Creamed Spinach
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoon butter
- 1/8 cup flour
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1.5 cups heavy cream (or so)
- 1 cup shaved parmesan cheese (divided)
- 5 cups fresh spinach leaves
Instructions
- Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat and stir in flour to make a paste.
- Add garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Lower heat to medium-low and add in about 1.5 cups of heavy cream. Stir until it starts to thicken.
- Add in 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese and stir until combined. Add a little more heavy cream if it’s too thick.
- Add in spinach leaves and stir until they start to wilt.
- Pour into a baking dish and top with additional grated or shaved parmesan cheese.
- Bake at 350 for about 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is browned.
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 10 Serving Size: 1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 211Total Fat: 18gSaturated Fat: 11gTrans Fat: 1gUnsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 55mgSodium: 271mgCarbohydrates: 7gFiber: 2gSugar: 1gProtein: 7g
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