Best Spinach In Creamy Feta Sauce Recipes

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SPINACH & FETA SAUTE



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With just the right level of garlic and a pleasant mix of cheese and almonds, this quick side will brighten any plate. You could also try it stuffed in a filet. -Sharon Delaney-Chronis, South Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 10m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 package (6 ounces) fresh baby spinach
1/4 cup slivered almonds
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, saute garlic in oil for 1 minute. Add spinach and almonds; saute 2 minutes longer or just until spinach is wilted. Sprinkle with cheese.

Nutrition Facts :

SUKI'S SPINACH AND FETA PASTA



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Spinach, tomatoes, and mushrooms mingle with tangy feta cheese in this quick and easy dish for a summer night or anytime.

Provided by Anonymous

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pasta

Time 40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (8 ounce) package penne pasta
2 tablespoons olive oil
½ cup chopped onion
1 clove garlic, minced
3 cups chopped tomatoes
1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
2 cups spinach leaves, packed
salt and pepper to taste
1 pinch red pepper flakes
8 ounces feta cheese, crumbled

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook pasta in boiling water until al dente; drain.
  • Meanwhile, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat; add onion and garlic, and cook until golden brown. Mix in tomatoes, mushrooms, and spinach. Season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Cook 2 minutes more, until tomatoes are heated through and spinach is wilted. Reduce heat to medium, stir in pasta and feta cheese, and cook until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 451.1 calories, Carbohydrate 51.8 g, Cholesterol 50.5 mg, Fat 20.6 g, Fiber 4.6 g, Protein 17.8 g, SaturatedFat 9.8 g, Sodium 655.8 mg, Sugar 9.2 g

CREAMED SPINACH WITH FETA CHEESE



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You would never guess that this rich and creamy spinach is a lower-fat version. The secret is low-fat feta cheese and fat-free cream cheese and half-and-half. The white sauce is made without butter or oil. I served this for Thanksgiving and everyone loved it!

Provided by MaryAlyce

Categories     Spinach

Time 55m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/4 cup white whole wheat flour
1/3 cup half & half light cream
3/4 cup 1% low-fat milk
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
1/8 teaspoon white pepper
4 ounces fat free cream cheese, softened
8 ounces reduced-fat feta cheese, crumbled
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1/4 cup onion, chopped
1 tablespoon garlic, chopped
3 (10 ounce) boxes frozen chopped spinach, thawed
2 tablespoons water
2 tablespoons parmesan cheese, grated

Steps:

  • 1)In a sauce pan, whisk half and half, milk, flour, salt, pepper, and nutmeg until smooth.
  • 2)Stirring constantly, heat over medium heat until it simmers, then reduce heat.
  • 3)Add cream cheese and continue stirring (whisking) until thick and smooth, about 4 to 5 minutes.
  • 4)Remove from heat and stir in feta cheese. Set aside.
  • 5)Heat oil over medium high heat in a large pan and sauté onions for 5 minutes then add garlic and continue cooking for 1 minute.
  • 6)Add spinach and water to pan, bring to a simmer, then reduce heat and cover pan.
  • 7)Cook, stirring occasionally, for 8 to 10 minutes.
  • 8)Drain well.
  • 9)Stir prepared sauce into pan, stir until completely blended.
  • 10)Pour into greased casserole dish, top with parmesan cheese, and bake at 375 degrees for 4 to 6 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 121.4, Fat 6.2, SaturatedFat 2, Cholesterol 7.1, Sodium 262.7, Carbohydrate 10.7, Fiber 3.9, Sugar 2.5, Protein 8.4

SPINACH AND FETA SAUTE



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Bring home fresh baby spinach and sharp crumbled feta for this simple, mouthwatering accompaniment to chicken or fish.

Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 10m

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 garlic cloves, minced
2 Tbsp. olive oil
6 oz. fresh baby spinach
1/4 cup sliced almonds
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, sauté garlic in oil for 1 minute. Add spinach and almonds; sauté 2 minutes longer or just until spinach is wilted. Sprinkle with cheese.

CREAMED SPINACH



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What can be better than a side of creamy, nutmeg-infused spinach? Perfect to accompany any roast and especially good at Christmas

Provided by Good Food team

Categories     Dinner, Side dish

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 7

25g butter
1 small onion, finely chopped
2 tbsp plain flour
200ml full-fat milk
2 x 200g bags spinach
100ml single cream
fresh nutmeg, for grating

Steps:

  • Heat 25g butter in a saucepan, then add 1 finely chopped small onion and cook for 5 mins until softened.
  • Stir in 2 tbsp plain flour and cook for 2 mins, then slowly start to whisk in 200ml full-fat milk. When it has all been incorporated, gently cook for 5 mins until the sauce has thickened.
  • Meanwhile, place two 200g bags spinach in a large colander. Pour over a kettle full of boiling water until the leaves have wilted (you may have to do this twice).
  • Place the spinach in a clean dishcloth, squeeze out any excess liquid, then roughly chop.
  • Stir into the sauce with 100ml single cream, gently heat, then finely grate over some fresh nutmeg and season well.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 83 calories, Fat 6 grams fat, SaturatedFat 4 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 5 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 3 grams sugar, Fiber 1 grams fiber, Protein 3 grams protein, Sodium 0.26 milligram of sodium

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