Description
Savory “Creamed Spinach, Bacon, and Mushrooms” deliver an irresistible blend of earthy flavors and rich textures. Crispy bacon, tender mushrooms, and silky spinach create a comforting side dish you’ll crave at every meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 10 ounces (280 grams) fresh spinach
- 8 ounces (226 grams) mushrooms, sliced
- 4 slices bacon, chopped
- 1 small onion, diced
Dairy and Cream:
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons (30 grams) butter
- 1/4 cup (25 grams) grated Parmesan cheese
Seasonings:
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- 1 pinch nutmeg (optional)
Instructions
- Render bacon in a skillet over medium heat until golden and crisp, then transfer to a paper towel-lined plate, reserving the rendered fat.
- Sauté diced onions and minced garlic in the bacon drippings for 2-3 minutes until translucent and fragrant.
- Introduce sliced mushrooms to the skillet, cooking for 4-5 minutes until they release moisture and develop a rich, caramelized exterior.
- Add fresh spinach leaves to the skillet, gently folding until they wilt and reduce in volume, approximately 2 minutes.
- Stream heavy cream into the vegetable mixture, stirring continuously to create a smooth, cohesive sauce.
- Incorporate grated Parmesan cheese, allowing it to melt and thicken the sauce for 2-3 minutes over low heat.
- Season the mixture with salt, freshly ground black pepper, and a delicate hint of nutmeg to enhance the overall flavor profile.
- Sprinkle the reserved crispy bacon pieces over the creamed spinach, gently folding to distribute evenly.
- Transfer the warm, luxurious side dish to a serving platter and enjoy immediately while the textures remain vibrant and the sauce is velvety.
Notes
- Bacon Selection: Choose thick-cut bacon for maximum crispiness and rich flavor that enhances the entire dish.
- Low-Carb Adaptation: Replace onions with shallots to reduce carbohydrate content and maintain delicate flavor profile.
- Vegetarian Alternative: Substitute bacon with smoked paprika or sun-dried tomatoes to create similar depth and umami sensation.
- Dairy-Free Option: Use coconut cream instead of heavy cream and nutritional yeast in place of Parmesan for creamy texture without traditional dairy ingredients.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 14-16 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 220 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 480 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 5 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 8 g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg