Creamed Spinach Recipe Mortons

Ingredients

• 2 pounds fresh baby spinach, washed and trimmed
• 1/2 cup baby spinach for garnish
• Heavy cream 1 cup Use full-fat for richness
• Whole milk 1/2 cup Balances thickness
• Unsalted butter 3 tablespoons For sautéing and flavor
• Cream cheese 2 ounces (softened) Adds body and tang
• Grated Parmesan 1/4 cup For umami depth and saltiness
• Kosher salt 1 teaspoon
• Freshly ground black pepper 1/4 teaspoon
• Freshly grated nutmeg 1/4 teaspoon A Morton’s classic touch
• Garlic powder 1/4 teaspoon Optional but recommended
• 1 small shallot, finely minced
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tablespoon olive oil (for sautéing shallots and garlic)
• 1 teaspoon lemon juice (adds brightness and balances creaminess)