Spinach with Bechamel

Directions

1. 1

   SPINACH---------------------------------- 2 lb Spinach 1 c White Sauce ---------------------------WHITE SAUCE (BECHAMEL

2. 2

   warmed SPINACH: Cook spinach briefly by either boiling or steaming

3. 3

   Drain and squeeze out excess moisture

4. 4

   Mix with 1 cup white sauce and warm over low heat, 3-to-5 minutes

5. 5

   WHITE SAUCE (BECHAMEL): Melt the butter in a saucepan over low heat

6. 6

   Add the flour and cook, stirring with a wooden spoon, 2-to-3 minutes

7. 7

   Remove from heat, add the hot milk gradually, stirring constantly with a whisk

8. 8

   Return to the heat and simmer, stirring constantly, until thickened, 2-to-3 minutes.