Keto Creamed Spinach

Why This Is Strictly Keto

Classic creamed spinach is thickened with a flour-and-milk roux. This version relies on cream cheese, heavy cream and Parmesan instead, so there is no flour, no cornstarch and no sugar — just real dairy and fresh spinach.

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon butter
• 1/4 small onion, finely diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 lb (450g) fresh baby spinach
• 1/4 cup (60 ml) heavy cream
• 2 oz (55g) full-fat cream cheese, cubed
• 1/4 cup (25g) freshly grated Parmesan cheese
• Pinch of freshly grated nutmeg
• Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Instructions

1. Soften the aromatics: Melt the butter in a 10-inch cast iron or heavy skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic and cook 3–4 minutes until softened.

2. Wilt the spinach: Add the spinach in handfuls and cook 3–4 minutes, stirring, until it has reduced in volume. Cover the pan for about a minute to help it wilt evenly.

3. Add the cream: Stir in the heavy cream and cream cheese and cook until the cheese melts into a smooth sauce and the spinach is fully wilted.

4. Finish: Stir in the Parmesan and nutmeg, then season with salt and pepper. Serve immediately.

Nutritional Info (per serving, approximate)

Tips

• Grate your own Parmesan for the smoothest, creamiest sauce.
• Frozen spinach works too — thaw it and squeeze out all the water before adding.
• Stir in crumbled bacon, sautéed mushrooms or toasted almonds for extra texture.
• Serve alongside steak, roast chicken or salmon.