Sunday, December 11, 2005

Creamed Spinach

Popeye himself would have liked this recipe! A great side dish for any meal or special occasion and includes a make-ahead tip. (Recipe found in USA Weekend, Dec 9-11, 2005, pg 21.)

Ingredients:
  • 1 and 1/2 cups whole milk
  • 4, 10-ounce boxes frozen, chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry (reserve 1/2 cup liquid)
  • 3 large garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • salt and ground black pepper

Directions:

  • Combine milk, reserved spinach liquid and garlic in a 1-quart measuring cup or microwave-safe bowl covered with a saucer. Microwave or heat slowly in a medium saucepan until very hot and steamy. Let stand, covered, for 5 to 10 minutes to soften the garlic.
  • Melt butter in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Whisk in flour. Add hot milk mixture all at once, then whisk until smooth. Stir in spinach, and cook until sauce is thick and bubbly and spinach is tender, but still green, about 5 minutes.
  • MAKE AHEAD TIP: Turn onto a large rimmed baking sheet to cool quickly. Transfer to a covered container and refrigerate up to 2 days. Warm slowly over low heat.
  • When ready to serve, stir in cheese and season with nutmeg and a generous sprinkle of salt and pepper. Serve hot.

Copyright M. A. Webb, 2004-2005. All Rights Reserved

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