Creamy Spinach

Directions

1. 1
   Bring a large saucepan of salted water to a boil.
2. 2
   Add the spinach and blanch until bright green, 30 seconds.
3. 3
   Transfer the spinach to a bowl of ice water to cool.
4. 4
   Drain, squeezing out the excess water.
5. 5
   In a medium saucepan, bring the heavy cream to a simmer.
6. 6
   Pour the cream into a food processor and add one-third of the spinach.
7. 7
   Process to a smooth puree.
8. 8
   Scrape the puree into the saucepan.
9. 9
   Add the remaining spinach and bring to a simmer, stirring.
10. 10
    Stir in the butter.
11. 11
    Season with salt and pepper and serve.