Creamed Baby Spinach

Directions

1. 1
   Cook spinach in 1 inch of boiling salted water in a large pot, covered, stirring once or twice, until wilted, 1 to 2 minutes.
2. 2
   Drain in a colander and rinse under cold running water until cool.
3. 3
   Squeeze small handfuls of spinach to remove as much moisture as possible, then coarsely chop.
4. 4
   Cook onion in butter in a small heavy saucepan over moderately low heat, stirring, until softened, about 4 minutes.
5. 5
   Whisk in flour and cook, stirring, 2 minutes.
6. 6
   Add warm milk and simmer, whisking, 3 to 4 minutes.
7. 7
   Whisk in Parmesan, salt, nutmeg, and pepper to taste.
8. 8
   Add spinach and cook, stirring, until heated through.