SPICY CREAM SPINACH WITH CHEDDAR CHEESE

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Found this recipe on the Texas Monthly website. I believe this comes from the Cafe Annie restaurant in Houston.

Provided by Kim D.

Categories     Spinach

Time 40m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

20 ounces fresh spinach leaves
1 tablespoon butter
1 white onion, peeled and finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, chopped
2 jalapenos, stemmed and chopped (remove seeds if milder flavor is desired)
2 1/2 tablespoons flour
1 cup chicken broth or 1 cup turkey broth
1 cup whipping cream
8 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, grated
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Steps:

  • Wash spinach and remove any large stems.
  • Cut or tear large leaves into small pieces. (Thaw and drain frozen spinach.).
  • In saute pan over medium-high heat, melt butter.
  • Add onion, garlic, and jalapeños and saute until onions are translucent (do not brown).
  • Stir in flour and mix well.
  • Add stock and bring to boil.
  • In small batches, wilt spinach in pan (if frozen spinach is used, add all at once).
  • When all spinach is in pan, add cream and bring to boil.
  • Lower heat to simmer.
  • Add cheddar cheese and mix well.
  • Season with salt and pepper.
  • May be made and reheated later.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 267.9, Fat 22.4, SaturatedFat 13.8, Cholesterol 74.3, Sodium 640.3, Carbohydrate 7.7, Fiber 2, Sugar 1.3, Protein 10.8

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