Parmesan-Lemon Spinach

10 ingredients
30 steps

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup fat-free half-and-half
  • 2 tablespoons shredded or grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon olive oil
  • 2 medium shallots, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup Chicken Broth (page 50) or commercial fat-free, low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt-free all-purpose seasoning blend
  • 1/8 teaspoon cayenne (optional)
  • 8 ounces spinach (about 8 cups)

Directions

  1. 1
    In a medium bowl, whisk together the half-and-half, Parmesan, and flour until smooth.
  2. 2
    Set aside.
  3. 3
    In a large nonstick skillet, heat the oil over medium heat, swirling to coat the bottom.
  4. 4
    Cook the shallots for 2 to 3 minutes, or until tender-crisp, stirring occasionally.
  5. 5
    Stir in the broth, lemon zest, seasoning blend, and cayenne.
  6. 6
    Cook for 1 minute, or until the mixture is heated through, stirring occasionally.
  7. 7
    Add the spinach, tossing with two spoons to lightly coat with the broth mixture.
  8. 8
    Bring to a simmer, covered, over medium-high heat.
  9. 9
    Reduce the heat and simmer for 2 to 3 minutes, or until the spinach is slightly wilted, stirring occasionally.
  10. 10
    Increase the heat to medium-high.
  11. 11
    Cook for 1 to 2 minutes, or until the spinach is completely wilted and tender, stirring occasionally.
  12. 12
    Stir the reserved half-and-half mixture into the spinach mixture.
  13. 13
    Simmer for 2 to 3 minutes, or until thickened, stirring occasionally.
  14. 14
    (Per serving)
  15. 15
    Calories: 71
  16. 16
    Total fat: 2.0g
  17. 17
    Saturated: 0.5g
  18. 18
    Trans: 0.0g
  19. 19
    Polyunsaturated: 0.0g
  20. 20
    Monounsaturated: 1.0g
  21. 21
    Cholesterol: 2mg
  22. 22
    Sodium: 120mg
  23. 23
    Carbohydrates: 10g
  24. 24
    Fiber: 2g
  25. 25
    Sugars: 3g
  26. 26
    Protein: 5g
  27. 27
    Calcium: 133mg
  28. 28
    Potassium: 356mg
  29. 29
    1/2 starch
  30. 30
    1/2 fat

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