CREAMED SPINACH AND BASIL

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This creamed spinach recipe is courtesy of chef Jean-Georges Vongerichten and goes well with his roasted chicken and potatoes.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dinner Recipes     Dinner Side Dishes

Number Of Ingredients 10

Coarse salt and freshly ground white pepper to taste
3 cups tightly packed spinach leaves
3 cups tightly packed basil leaves
1 tablespoon olive oil
4 tablespoons finely chopped shallots
2 teaspoons finely chopped garlic
3 tablespoons very finely chopped fennel
3 tablespoons very finely chopped celery
1 1/2 cups heavy cream
1/2 teaspoon very finely chopped Serrano chile (optional)

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add spinach and basil and cook until wilted. Immediately transfer to an ice-water bath. Drain and squeeze dry; coarsely chop and set aside.
  • Heat oil in a medium skillet over medium-high heat. Add garlic and shallots and cook until golden. Add fennel and celery and continue cooking until soft and translucent.
  • Add cream and let reduce until thickened, about 10 to 15 minutes. Add spinach, basil, and chile, if using; stir to combine. Cook until warmed through. Season with salt and pepper; serve immediately.

Hajjat Hajat
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I'm not a big fan of spinach, but I really enjoyed this dish. The creamed sauce was rich and flavorful, and the basil added a nice touch of freshness. I served it with grilled chicken and it was a perfect meal. I will definitely be making this again!


Paradise
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This recipe is a keeper! The creamed spinach and basil are a perfect combination, and the dish is so easy to make. I love that it's a healthy and delicious way to get my kids to eat their vegetables. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Mouazzam Waqar
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I made this dish for a dinner party and it was a huge hit! The creamed spinach was creamy and flavorful, and the basil added a nice touch of freshness. I served it with roasted chicken and it was a perfect meal. Everyone loved it!


hanaa sarofem
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This was a quick and easy recipe to follow. The creamed spinach and basil were a great combination, and the dish was very flavorful. I served it with grilled salmon and it was a perfect meal. I will definitely be making this again!


Rio Goldenarms
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This dish was good, but not great. The sauce was a bit too thick for my taste, and the spinach was a bit too salty. I think I'll try a different recipe next time.


Siyanda Siyanda
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This recipe was a disaster! The sauce curdled and the spinach was mushy. I had to throw the whole thing out. I'm not sure what went wrong, but I won't be trying this recipe again.


Dilawar Gujjar
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I found this recipe to be a bit bland. I added some garlic and Parmesan cheese to give it more flavor. Overall, it was an okay dish, but I wouldn't make it again.


Pubg lover Ho yara
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This dish was a bit of a disappointment. The sauce was too thin and the spinach was overcooked. I think I'll stick to my old creamed spinach recipe.


Maed khan
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I've tried many creamed spinach recipes, but this one is by far the best. The addition of basil gives it a unique and delicious flavor. I also love that it's a relatively healthy dish, as it's packed with spinach and low in calories.


Muskaan Karki
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious! The creamed spinach was creamy and flavorful, and the basil added a nice touch of freshness. I served it with roasted chicken and it was a perfect meal. Highly recommend!


javier alfonso
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Just made this creamed spinach and basil, and it was a huge success! My kids, who are usually picky eaters, loved it. The sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the spinach was cooked perfectly. Will definitely be adding this to my regular dinner rotati


Hamza writes8585
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Followed the recipe exactly and it turned out amazing! The spinach was cooked perfectly and the sauce was creamy and flavorful. Loved the addition of basil, which gave it a fresh and herbaceous taste. Highly recommend this recipe!


katrina fracas
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This creamed spinach and basil dish was an absolute delight! The flavors of the spinach and basil complemented each other perfectly, and the creamy sauce was rich and indulgent. I served it over pasta, and it was a hit with my family. Will definitely