Creamed Spinach (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

01 - 4 packages (10 ounces each) fresh spinach, trimmed.
02 - 2 tablespoons butter.
03 - 2 medium onions, finely chopped.
04 - 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour.
05 - 1 teaspoon salt.
06 - 1/2 teaspoon white pepper.
07 - 2 cups whole milk.
08 - 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream.
09 - 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese.

# Instructions:

01 - Place steamer basket in Dutch oven with 1 inch water. Steam spinach in 4 batches, 3-4 minutes each until wilted. Transfer each batch to colander to drain. Once cool, squeeze spinach to remove excess water. Coarsely chop all spinach.
02 - Heat butter in a clean Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Cook onions until tender.
03 - Add flour, salt, and white pepper; stir until blended.
04 - Gradually whisk in milk and cream. Bring to boil, stirring constantly. Cook 1-2 minutes until sauce thickens.
05 - Add Parmesan cheese and chopped spinach. Heat through and serve.

# Notes:

01 - A restaurant-style side dish perfect for special dinners and holidays.
02 - The key is removing all excess water from spinach.