Creamed Spinach with Nutmeg
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serves:
4
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yield:
4 servings
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ready in:
40 mins
(20 mins
Prep
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20 mins
Cook)
Freshly steamed spinach is blended with a rich, creamy sauce that's lightly spiced with nutmeg. Great side dish for roast beef or chicken.
ingredients
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1/2 (227ml) pot double cream
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30g (1 oz) unsalted butter
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1/2 teaspoon freshly ground nutmeg
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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freshly ground black pepper to taste
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1 (500g) bag fresh spinach
preparation method
- In a saucepan over medium heat, mix double cream, butter, nutmeg, salt and pepper. Stirring constantly, bring to the boil, then immediately reduce heat to low and simmer.
- Place spinach in a vegetable steamer, and steam until leaves are wilted. Drain in a colander, pressing out excess water with a large spoon.
- Coarsely chop spinach, and gradually stir into the double cream mixture. Briefly return to boiling, then remove from heat.