Creamed spinach

Creamed spinach is a culinary preparation made from fresh spinach that is cooked and mixed with a creamy sauce, traditionally made with cream, butter, garlic, and sometimes cheese. This dish results in a soft texture and a delicate flavor, ideal as a side for various recipes.

Spinach is a leafy green vegetable native to Southwest Asia, which has become globalized and adapted into multiple cuisines, especially in Mediterranean and Latin American cooking. The creamed version is very popular in Spain and Hispanic American countries, where it is used as a side for meats, fish, or even as a filling for empanadas and pies.

Regarding its properties, spinach is rich in vitamins A, C, K, and B-complex, in addition to containing minerals like iron, calcium, and magnesium. When combined with cream, it also provides an additional source of fats and proteins, making the dish nutritious and energizing, though with a higher calorie content.

In Hispanic America, creamed spinach is also known as spinach with cream, spinach in cream, or simply creamy spinach, depending on the country and region. In Mexico, for example, it is common to find this dish served as a side for dinners and celebrations.