HAM STEAK ON CREAMED SPINACH

Ham Steak on Creamed Spinach image

Yield 2 servings; can be doubled

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 8- to 10-ounce ham steak (1/2 inch thick)
2 teaspoons butter
2 garlic cloves, minced
3/4 cup half and half
1 10-ounce package frozen chopped spinach, thawed, squeezed dry
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg

Steps:

Season ham generously with pepper. Melt 1 teaspoon butter in heavy medium skillet over medium-high heat. Add ham to skillet; sauté until golden brown, about 3 minutes per side. Transfer ham to plate; tent with foil to keep warm.
Melt 1 teaspoon butter in same skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and stir 30 seconds. Add half and half and simmer until slightly reduced, scraping up browned bits, about 3 minutes. Add spinach and nutmeg. Stir until spinach mixture thickens slightly, about 2 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
Spoon creamed spinach into 2 plates. Cut ham steak in half; place atop spinach and serve.