Keto Creamed Spinach With Mushrooms
This Keto Creamed Spinach With Mushrooms is a twist on the classic creamed spinach recipe. It is still just as rich and creamy - but the mushrooms give it extra protein!
Ingredients
- 3 tbsp butter unsalted and divided
- 2 slices bacon chopped
- 10 ounces baby spinach leaves
- 1/2 medium onion chopped
- 4 ounces mushrooms sliced
- 2 tsp garlic minced
- 2 ounces cream cheese
- 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup parmesan cheese
- 1/8 tsp nutmeg
Instructions
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Heat 2 tablespoons of butter in a high sided saucepan over medium heat on the stove.
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Add the mushrooms and onions to the saucepan with the butter, sauteing until they soften.
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While the mushrooms and onions are cooking, add the other tablespoon of butter to a skillet over medium heat.
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Place the spinach in the skillet, and cook until wilted. Squeeze out any extra liquid and set aside.
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Cook the bacon, and set aside.
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Add the minced garlic to the saucepan with the onions and mushrooms, and saute an additional 30 seconds.
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Place the cream cheese into the saucepan, and stir until melted.
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Pour the heavy whipping cream into the saucepan, and stir until the sauce thickens.
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Mix in the mozzarella and parmesan cheeses until melted and well combined.
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Stir the wilted spinach into the cream sauce, and add the bacon. Stir to combine well before serving.
Recipe Notes
Calories: 215
Net Carbs: 4 Net Carbs