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Creamy Spinach with Pinenuts

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Approximately 5 carbohydrates per serving
Course Easter, Side Dish, Vegetable
Cuisine American
Keyword Garlic, Pine Nuts, Shallot, Spinach
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 4

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Wooden Spoon or Spatula
  • Chef's Knife
  • cutting board
  • 1 Whisk

Ingredients

  • 2 Tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil EVOO
  • 1 Tbsp Butter
  • ½ Cup Onion White or yellow, chopped
  • 2 Garlic cloves, minced
  • ½ Cup Cream cheese softened
  • ½ Cup Sour Cream Or Plain Greek Yogurt
  • 8 Cups Fresh Spinach Chopped
  • Salt and Pepper To Taste
  • ½ Tsp Nutmeg Grated. Enhances the flavor!
  • ⅓ Tsp Crushed Red Pepper Optional
  • ⅓ Cup Pine Nuts

Instructions

  • Gather all tools and ingredients for the recipe to save time!
  • Heat 1 tbsp butter and 1 tbsp evoo in skillet on med-high temp. Add chopped onion. Saute until soft and golden. Add minced garlic and cook about 1 minute to avoid burning the garlic.
  • Whisk in cream cheese and sour cream (or yogurt) until creamy, on medium-low heat.
  • Add spinach and seasonings to skillet. Stir well until spinach is wilted.
  • Sprinkle pine nuts on top and enjoy!