Can you make creamed spinach ahead of time?

Cook the onion: in a dutch oven or large pot over medium high heat, melt the butter. Add the onion and saute 5-7 minutes, until soft.
Cook the garlic: add the garlic and cook for 1 minute more, until fragrant.
Boil: stir in the cream cheese, heavy cream, parmesan, salt, pepper and optional nutmeg and cayenne. Bring to a boil and then reduce heat to a gentle simmer. Stir frequently until the cheese is melted.
Add spinach: add the spinach in large handfuls. Stir it into the liquid and let it reduce slightly after each handful. For a finer texture, chop your spinach before adding it.
Serve: taste and season with additional salt and pepper if desired. Serve warm. Will thicken slightly as it cools.

Name: Easy Creamed Spinach
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 20 min
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons unsalted butter; 1 medium yellow onion, finely diced; 4 cloves garlic, minced; 6 ounces cream cheese, cubed; ½ cup heavy cream; ¼ cup grated parmesan; ½ teaspoon salt; ¼ teaspoon black pepper; Pinch of ground nutmeg, optional; Pinch of cayenne, optional; 1 pound (16 ounces) fresh baby spinach

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Yes, you can make it up to a day ahead of time. Reheat it in the microwave or on the stovetop over low heat.

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