Creamed Spinach III

Steamed spinach is blended with a rich, creamy sauce that's lightly spiced with nutmeg.

• Preparation Time: 20 mins
• Cooking Time: 20 mins
• Total Time: 40 mins
• Calories: 182 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• ground black pepper to taste
• 1 pound fresh spinach
• 0.5 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 cup heavy cream

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

In a medium saucepan over medium heat, mix heavy cream, butter, nutmeg, salt and pepper. Stirring constantly, bring to a boil, then reduce heat to simmer.

Step 2

Place spinach in a vegetable steamer, and steam until leaves are wilted. Drain in a colander, pressing out excess water with a large spoon.

Step 3

Coarsely chop spinach in a food processor, and gradually stir into the heavy cream mixture. Briefly return to boiling, then remove from heat.