Side dishe for 3
Creamy Parmesan Spinach
$8.90for 420 minServes 3
Fresh spinach wilts with cream, lemon, garlic, pepper flakes, and Parmesan before being topped with crisp croutons.
Photo: tasteofhome.com
What it costs
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| Ingredient | Amount | Cost | |
|---|---|---|---|
 | Spinach, 12 oz$0.35/oz typical | 12 oz | $4.20Typical price |
 | Butter, 0.25 oz$0.40/oz typical | 0.25 oz | $0.13Typical price |
 | Heavy cream, 4.25 oz$0.22/oz typical | 4.25 oz | $0.91Typical price |
 | Lemons and limes, a little$0.60 each typical | a little | $0.07Typical price |
 | Garlic, a little$0.75 each typical | a little | $0.01Typical price |
 | Parmesan, 1.75 oz$0.55/oz typical | 1.75 oz | $0.96Typical price |
 | Bread crumbs, 2.75 oz$0.14/oz typical | 2.75 oz | $0.37Typical price |
| Total for the servings shown | $6.67 | ||
Swaps
- Swap heavy cream for evaporatedabout $0.08/oz less at typical prices
- Swap butter for margarine and vegan butterabout $0.15/oz less at typical prices
- Swap bread crumbs for stuffing mixabout $0.16/oz more at typical prices
Pantry staples you likely have
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Not included in the cost.
- 20 minstart to table
- Easydifficulty
- 3servings as written
- $$typical cost tier
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$2.22 per serving$8.90 for 4
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Ingredients
- 2 packages (6 oz) fresh baby spinach
- 2 tbsp water
- 2 tsp butter
- 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
- 2 tsp grated lemon zest
- 1/2 tsp minced garlic
- 1/8 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 2/3 cup onion and garlic salad croutons
Steps
- Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the spinach and water, cover, and cook for 3 to 4 minutes until wilted.
- Stir in the cream, lemon zest, garlic, and red pepper flakes.
- Simmer uncovered for 5 minutes until the cream slightly thickens.
- Stir in the Parmesan, then top with the croutons and cook for 1 minute.
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