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Morton's Steakhouse Creamed Spinach Recipe

This Morton's Steakhouse Creamed Spinach recipe is THE BEST way to make spinach! A creamy, cheesy veggie side dish perfect for holidays!

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
35 mins
Servings: 6 Servings
Calories: 476 kcal
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 medium yellow onion , minced
  • 3 cloves garlic , minced
  • 4 teaspoons kosher salt , divided
  • 1 teaspoon coarse ground black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg , freshly grated
  • 1/4 cup flour
  • 3 1/2 cups half-and-half
  • 2 1/4 pounds fresh leaf spinach , or one pound frozen
  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese
  • 4 ounces cream cheese
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese , grated

Instructions

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  1. Bring a large pot of water to a boil with two teaspoons of salt.
  2. Add the spinach and cook just until wilted, about 1 minute.
  3. Drain the spinach in a strainer or colander.
  4. Rinse with cold water until cool and squeeze the water out of each fistful of spinach.
  5. Chop the spinach bundles into a 3/4 inch width.
  6. In a large skillet melt the butter with the garlic and onions.
  7. Cook on medium-low for 8-10 minutes or until the onions are translucent.
  8. Add in the remaining kosher salt, black pepper and nutmeg.
  9. Add in the flour and mix with a wooden spoon over low and cook for 2-3 minutes until the aroma is a bit nutty.
  10. Add the half an half and cook until boiling.
  11. Add in the mozzarella cheese and cream cheese.
  12. Cook for 6-8 minutes or until the mixture has thickened.
  13. Add in the spinach and the Parmesan cheese and stir to combine.

Notes

  • Recipe adapted from Morton's Steak Bible. This adaptation adds cream cheese and mozzarella cheese. For a perfect copycat, omit these.
  • Morton's Steak Bible

Nutrition Information

Calories 476kcal (24%) Carbohydrates 20g (7%) Protein 19g (38%) Fat 37g (57%) Saturated Fat 23g (115%) Polyunsaturated Fat 2g Monounsaturated Fat 10g Trans Fat 0.3g Cholesterol 109mg (36%) Sodium 2083mg (87%) Potassium 1228mg (35%) Fiber 4g (16%) Sugar 8g (16%) Vitamin A 17131IU (343%) Vitamin C 51mg (57%) Calcium 543mg (54%) Iron 5mg (28%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6Servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 476

% Daily Value*

Calories 476kcal 24%
Carbohydrates 20g 7%
Protein 19g 38%
Fat 37g 57%
Saturated Fat 23g 115%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2g 12%
Monounsaturated Fat 10g 50%
Trans Fat 0.3g 15%
Cholesterol 109mg 36%
Sodium 2083mg 87%
Potassium 1228mg 26%
Fiber 4g 16%
Sugar 8g 16%
Vitamin A 17131IU 343%
Vitamin C 51mg 57%
Calcium 543mg 54%
Iron 5mg 28%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.