Name: Classic Creamed Spinach
Ingredients: 32 ounces chopped frozen spinach (two 16 oz bags); 2 tablespoons regular butter; 1 cup uncooked onions (diced into bite-size pieces); 1 teaspoon kosher salt; 2 tablespoons all purpose flour; 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg (or to taste); 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper (or to taste); 12 ounces low-fat evaporated milk; 1/8 teaspoon table salt (or to taste); 1/8 teaspoon black pepper (freshly ground, or to taste)

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Classic Creamed Spinach

Course: Side Dish

Author: Weight Watchers

Ingredients

32 ounces chopped frozen spinach two 16 oz bags
2 tablespoons regular butter
1 cup uncooked onions diced into bite-size pieces
1 teaspoon kosher salt
2 tablespoons all purpose flour
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg or to taste
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper or to taste
12 ounces low-fat evaporated milk
1/8 teaspoon table salt or to taste
1/8 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground, or to taste

Instructions

Place one bag of frozen spinach in a covered glass container. Microwave on high for 8 minutes; spoon into a colander in the sink to drain. Repeat with second bag of spinach and add to same colander; use a large serving spoon to press excess water out of spinach. Place drained spinach in a serving bowl; cover to keep warm.
Meanwhile, melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium-low heat; stir in onion and kosher salt. Cook onion, stirring frequently, until soft and translucent, about 10 minutes. Add flour, nutmeg and cayenne; stir to combine. Slowly whisk in evaporated milk; cook, whisking constantly, until thick and bubbling, about 5 to 7 minutes. Pour sauce into a blender or food processor (or use an immersion blender in the pot); blend sauce until smooth.
Pour sauce over spinach and toss to combine; season with salt and black pepper. Yields about 3/4 cup per serving.

Notes

Recipe By: Weight Watchers
Serving Size: 6

Classic Creamed Spinach