Spinach Madeleine *

Name: Spinach Madeleine *
Ingredients: 2 pkg. frozen chopped spinach or 2 cans spinach, partially drained; 4 Tbsp. margarine; 2 Tbsp. flour; 2 Tbsp. chopped onion; 1/2 c. evaporated milk; 1/2 c. spinach liquid; 1/2 tsp. black pepper; 3/4 tsp. celery salt; 3/4 tsp. garlic salt; salt to taste; 3 to 6 oz. jalapeno pepper cheese; 1 tsp. Worcestershire sauce; red pepper to taste

13 ingredients

11 steps

Ingredients

2 pkg. frozen chopped spinach or 2 cans spinach, partially drained
4 Tbsp. margarine
2 Tbsp. flour
2 Tbsp. chopped onion
1/2 c. evaporated milk
1/2 c. spinach liquid
1/2 tsp. black pepper
3/4 tsp. celery salt
3/4 tsp. garlic salt
salt to taste
3 to 6 oz. jalapeno pepper cheese
1 tsp. Worcestershire sauce
red pepper to taste

Directions

1

Cook spinach according to directions on package.
2

Drain and reserve liquid.
3

Melt butter in saucepan over low heat.
4

Add flour, stirring until blended and smooth, but not brown.
5

Add onion and cook until soft but not brown.
6

Add liquid slowly, stirring constantly to avoid lumps.
7

Cook until smooth and thick. Add seasonings and cheese which has been cut into small pieces, stirring until melted.
8

Combine with spinach. This may be served immediately or put into a casserole and topped with buttered bread crumbs.
9

The flavor is improved if the latter is done and kept in refrigerator overnight.
10

This may also be frozen.
11

Serves 5 to 6.