creamed spinach

Adapted from Genius Kitchen.

Ingredients:

• 2.5 tbsp butter
• 2 tbsp flour of choice
• 1/4 tsp kosher salt
• 1/2 cup cream
• 2 oz cream cheese
• 1 tbsp onion, minced
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 9-11 oz spinach, chopped
• 2 tbsp water
• 2 tbsp parmesan, grated

Method:

1. In a saucepan over medium low heat, melt 1.5 tbsp butter. Whisk in the flour and salt until you have a paste.
2. Slowly whisk in the cream, then the cream cheese, and increase heat to medium. Whisk constantly until mixture is thick and smooth, and set aside.
3. In a saucepan over medium-high heat, saute onions and garlic in remaining butter until transparent. Add the spinach and water to the pan, reduce heat to low, and cook, covered, for about 8 minutes, stirring occasionally.
4. Stir the cheese sauce and parmesan into the spinach until completely blended.