Okay, so I’ve been craving that creamed spinach from Lawry’s for like, forever. You know, the one they serve at the steakhouse? It’s so darn good, especially with a nice juicy steak. I finally decided, “Enough is enough, I’m making this myself!” So I went on a hunt for a copycat recipe.
First things first, I got all the stuff I needed. Lots of spinach, obviously. Then some butter, because everything is better with butter, right? Also grabbed some cream cheese, I saw a recipe online that talked about how most creamed spinach recipes include cheese, which blew my mind at first but makes sense. I also picked up some onions, garlic, and some basic spices.
I started by chopping up the onions and garlic. Man, chopping onions always makes me cry! Anyway, I melted the butter in a big pan and threw in the onions and garlic, sautéing them until they were all soft and smelled amazing.
Next, I added the spinach. I used fresh spinach, and let me tell you, it cooks down a LOT. I kept adding more and more, and it just kept shrinking! I cooked it until it was all wilted and tender.
Then came the best part – the cheesy goodness. I added the cream cheese and stirred it all around until it was melted and everything was coated in this creamy sauce. I also threw in a dash of salt, pepper. I also saw a recipe mention 3 kinds of cheese but that was just too much for me.
I let it simmer for a few minutes, just to let all the flavors get to know each other. And you know what? It turned out pretty darn close to the real deal! It was creamy, cheesy, and just the right amount of garlicky.
I served it up with some grilled steak, and it was like a little slice of steakhouse heaven right in my own kitchen. Honestly, I was pretty proud of myself. It wasn’t that hard to make, and it tasted amazing.
So, if you’re ever craving that Lawry’s creamed spinach, don’t be afraid to try making it yourself! It’s totally doable, and you might even surprise yourself with how good it turns out. Plus, you can impress your friends and family with your fancy cooking skills.
- Tips from my kitchen adventures:
- Don’t be shy with the spinach; it really cooks down.
- Make sure the cream cheese is softened so it melts easier.
- Taste and adjust the seasoning as you go.
Final Verdict
This was a total win! I’ll definitely be making this again. Maybe next time I’ll experiment with different cheeses or add some other spices. The possibilities are endless!
