Easy Creamed Spinach

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Creamed Spinach Recipe

This creamed spinach dish will go well with just about any meat, fish, or poultry, and it is easy and delicious. Parmesan cheese adds extra flavor to this creamed spinach. This would be a great addition to a holiday meal, and it's easy enough to prepare any night of the week.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Total Time: 27 minutes

2 teaspoons finely minced garlic
3 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 cups milk
32 to 40 ounces frozen spinach, thawed and squeezed to remove excess moisture
1/2 (scant) teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 cup fresh grated Parmesan cheese
salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions:

In a medium saucepan over medium-low heat, melt butter with the garlic. Add the flour and stir until well blended. Stir in the milk and cook, stirring, until thickened. Stir in the well drained spinach and the nutmeg. Cook, stirring, until spinach is tender and mixture is hot. Add the Parmesan cheese and salt and pepper to taste. Heat through.

Serves 8.