Creamed Spinach

Ingredients

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• 1/2 medium onion , finely chopped
• 2 c. milk
• 24 oz. baby spinach

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• 1/2 c. plus 3 tbsp. butter , divided
• 8 tbsp. flour
• 3 cloves garlic , finely chopped
• salt and pepper, to taste
• Pinch ground nutmeg

Instructions

1. In a pot, melt 1/2 cup butter . Sprinkle in the flour and whisk together. Cook over medium heat until light golden brown, about 5 minutes. Add the onion and garlic and stir together, cooking for another minute. Pour in the milk , whisking constantly, and cook for another 5 minutes.
2. Meanwhile, in a separate pot, melt the remaining 3 tablespoons butter . Add the spinach in increments until all is incorporated, and cook until wilted but not soggy, 4 to 5 minutes.
3. Season the cream sauce with salt , pepper, and nutmeg . Add the spinach to the cream sauce, stirring gently to combine. Serve immediately.