CREAMED SPINACH WITH BACON

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This delicious recipe is courtesy of Michael Lomonaco.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Pork Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 ounces sliced bacon
4 to 6 cups fresh spinach leaves, washed well and drained
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/2 cup heavy cream, heated
Fine sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
Freshly grated nutmeg

Steps:

  • Heat a nonstick skillet over low heat. Add bacon and cook until crispy, about 8 minutes. Transfer bacon to a paper-towel-lined plate to drain; reserve bacon fat. When bacon has cooled, crumble and set aside.
  • Fill a large saucepan with 2 inches of water. Fit with a steamer basket. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce to a simmer. Add spinach to steamer basket, cover, and steam until wilted, about 2 minutes. Transfer spinach to a colander set over a large bowl to drain, reserving drained water; let cool slightly.
  • Place butter and 2 tablespoons reserved bacon fat in a heavy-bottomed saucepan. Heat over medium-high heat until melted and beginning to bubble. Whisk in flour, and cook, whisking, until well combined, 2 to 3 minutes. Whisk in cream and bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat and let simmer until thickened, 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Add spinach and cook, stirring occasionally, 5 minutes. Add some of the reserved spinach water if mixture seems too thick. Season with salt, pepper, and nutmeg; stir in bacon. Transfer creamed spinach to a serving bowl; serve immediately.

Maritza Lorenzo
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I'm not usually a fan of creamed spinach, but this recipe changed my mind. The sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the bacon added a nice touch of smokiness. I will definitely be making this again.


Adi Mahi
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This creamed spinach recipe is a winner! The spinach was cooked perfectly and the sauce was creamy and flavorful. I added a bit of garlic powder for extra taste and it was delicious. Highly recommend!


Izell Lumpkin
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5/5 stars! This creamed spinach is amazing. It's so creamy and flavorful, and the bacon adds the perfect touch of smokiness. I will definitely be making this again.


kelvin precious
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Easy and tasty! I made this creamed spinach for my family and they all loved it. The sauce was creamy and the spinach was cooked perfectly. Will definitely be making this again.


Md Paisal
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Yum! This creamed spinach was so good. The sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the bacon added a nice touch of smokiness. I served it with grilled salmon and it was a perfect meal.


Garr George
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This recipe is a keeper! The creamed spinach was creamy and delicious, and the bacon added the perfect amount of smokiness. Will definitely be making this again and again.


kyle wands
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I've tried many creamed spinach recipes, but this one is by far the best. The bacon adds a wonderful flavor and the sauce is perfectly creamy. Highly recommend!


Greg Poloso
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5 stars! This creamed spinach is now my go-to side dish. It's so simple to make and always a crowd-pleaser.


Niki Dyson
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Easy to follow recipe and turned out delicious! The spinach was cooked perfectly and the sauce was creamy and flavorful. Added a bit of garlic powder for extra taste.


Mahataf Hosssain
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This creamed spinach with bacon was a hit at our dinner party! Everyone loved the creamy, flavorful sauce and the crispy bacon added the perfect touch of smokiness. Will definitely be making this again.