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Creamed Spinach with Bacon
Creamed Spinach with Bacon
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Prep Time:
15 minutes
Cook Time:
15 minutes
Total Time:
30 minutes
Spinach with bacon and creamy sauce, perfect with roast chicken, fish, or holiday meals.
Ingredients:
  • 1 pound fresh spinach, about 2 large bunches, thoroughly cleaned
  • 3 to 4 strips of bacon, uncooked, finely chopped
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 1 clove garlic, finely chopped (about 1 teaspoon)
  • A pinch of nutmeg
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • For the béchamel cream sauce:
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup whole milk
Instructions:
  • Prepare the spinach: Quickly blanch it in boiling water until wilted (30 seconds to 2 minutes), then rinse in cold water to halt cooking. Squeeze out excess moisture and chop before using.
  • In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the bacon until it starts to release its fat. Add the onions and garlic, and cook until the onions are translucent.
  • Prepare the velvety béchamel sauce: Gently melt the butter in a saucepan until it starts to bubble. Stir in the flour and cook until smooth, approximately 2 minutes. Gradually pour in the milk while whisking constantly until the sauce thickens beautifully.
  • Serve your masterpiece: Mix spinach, bacon, and onion with béchamel sauce in a pan; season with nutmeg, salt, and pepper. Simmer, then serve hot.

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