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Cookbook Spinach

Creamed Spinach


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  • Author: Michelle Minnaar
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 6 side dish servings 1x

Description

Creamed spinach is a classic South African recipe that is traditionally served as a side dish as part of a main meal. It is quick and easy to prepare and decadent!


Ingredients

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  • 30ml (2 tbsp) butter
  • 600g (1 1/2lbs) spinach, washed
  • 125ml (1/2 cup) double cream
  • salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Melt the butter in a large pan.
  2. When it starts sizzling, add the spinach and cook for 2 minutes.
  3. Should any excess liquid develop while the spinach is cooking you can remove some of it with a spoon.
  4. Once the spinach has wilted and turned dark green, add the cream and let the mixture bubble for 1 minute.
  5. Season and serve immediately.
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Pan Fry
  • Cuisine: South African

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 140
  • Sugar: 8.1 g
  • Sodium: 132 mg
  • Fat: 8.9 g
  • Saturated Fat: 4.5 g
  • Carbohydrates: 12.3 g
  • Fiber: 2.2 g
  • Protein: 4.2 g
  • Cholesterol: 10 mg