Morton's Steakhouse Creamed Spinach
Learn how to make Morton's Steakhouse Creamed Spinach with our simple recipe. A perfect blend of fresh spinach, cheeses, and spices for a luxurious side dish.
Ingredients
- 4 ounces cream cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 1/4 pounds fresh leaf spinach or one pound frozen
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 4 teaspoons Kosher salt divided
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese
- 1 medium yellow onion minced
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup flour
- 3 1/2 cups half-and-half
- 1 teaspoon coarse ground black pepper
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil with two teaspoons of salt.
- Add the spinach and cook just until wilted, about 1 minute.
- Drain the spinach in a strainer or colander, rinse with cold water until cool, and squeeze the water out of each fistful of spinach.
- Chop the spinach bundles into a 3/4 inch width.
- In a large skillet, melt the butter with the garlic and onions.
- Cook on medium low for 8-10 minutes or until the onions are translucent.
- Add in the remaining kosher salt, black pepper, and nutmeg.
- Add the flour and mix with a wooden spoon over low heat, cooking for 2-3 minutes until the aroma is a bit nutty.
- Add the half-and-half and cook until boiling.
- Add the mozzarella cheese and cream cheese.
- Cook for 6-8 minutes or until the mixture has thickened.
- Add the spinach and Parmesan cheese, stirring to combine.