Creamed Spinach with Chere

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 250F.
2. 2
   Bring 2 inches of water to boil in large pot.
3. 3
   Add spinach and cook just until wilted, constantly pressing spinach down into water, about 2 minutes.
4. 4
   Transfer 1/2 cup cooking liquid to medium skillet and reserve.
5. 5
   Drain spinach into colander, firmly pressing out excess water.
6. 6
   Transfer spinach to oven-proof platter.
7. 7
   Place in oven to keep warm.
8. 8
   Add cream, goat cheese, shallot and lemon peel to cooking liquid in skillet.
9. 9
   Stir over medium-high heat until sauce is thick and reduced to 2/3 cup, about 6 minutes.
10. 10
    Season with salt and pepper.
11. 11
    Pour sauce evenly over spinach.
12. 12
    Serve immediately.