Ruth’S Chris Steak House Creamed Spinach Recipe
Ruth's Chris Steak House is famous for its decadent creamed spinach side dish. This creamy and flavorful spinach dish is the perfect accompaniment to a juicy steak or any main course. It's a classic steakhouse favorite that you can now recreate at home with this recipe.
Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 20 minutesIngredients:
- 2 pounds fresh spinach, washed and trimmed
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions: How to Cook Ruth'S Chris Steak House Creamed Spinach
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the spinach and blanch for 1-2 minutes until wilted. Drain the spinach and squeeze out excess water. Chop the spinach coarsely and set aside.
- In a large saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the flour and cook, stirring constantly, for 2 minutes to make a roux.
- Gradually whisk in the heavy cream and milk until smooth. Cook the mixture, stirring constantly, until it thickens, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the nutmeg, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper. Add the chopped spinach and Parmesan cheese, stirring until the cheese is melted and the spinach is coated in the creamy sauce.
- Continue to cook the creamed spinach for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until heated through and creamy.
- Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed. Serve the creamed spinach hot as a delicious side dish.
