Creamed Spinach

Directions

1. 1
   In a medium saucepan, melt butter over medium heat.
2. 2
   Add onion and cook until softened, 3 to 4 minutes.
3. 3
   Add flour and 1/4 teaspoon salt; cook, stirring frequently, until mixture is pale golden and has a slightly nutty aroma, about 2 minutes.
4. 4
   Whisking constantly, pour in milk; whisk until smooth.
5. 5
   Cook mixture, stirring constantly and scraping bottom of pan, until boiling, about 3 minutes.
6. 6
   Reduce heat to low.
7. 7
   Simmer gently, stirring occasionally, until sauce thickens, about 5 minutes.
8. 8
   Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, bring the water to a simmer; add salt.
9. 9
   Add spinach; cover and cook until spinach wilts, about 3 minutes.
10. 10
    Transfer spinach to a colander to drain, pressing out as much liquid as possible.
11. 11
    In a large bowl, stir together spinach and warm sauce until spinach is completely coated.
12. 12
    Season with salt and pepper.
13. 13
    Serve immediately.
14. 14
    (Per Serving)
15. 15
    Calories: 126
16. 16
    Fat: 5.2g (3.1g Saturated Fat)
17. 17
    Protein: 5.4g
18. 18
    Carbohydrates: 17.5g
19. 19
    Fiber: 5.4g