SPINACH POTATOES AU GRATIN

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"This creamy mixture of sliced potatoes and spinach makes a pretty side dish," writes Edna Shaffer of Beulah, Michigan. "It may sound like it's labor-intensive, but it's not," she assures.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 30m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

5 cups thinly sliced red potatoes (about 7 large potatoes)
1/4 cup water
3 tablespoons butter
1/4 cup chopped onion
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 cups whole milk
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup chopped fresh spinach
1 tablespoon diced pimientos
4 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled

Steps:

In a 2-qt. microwave-safe dish, combine potatoes and water. Cover and microwave on high for 5-6 minutes or until potatoes are tender, stirring twice. Drain; set potatoes aside. , In a large microwave-safe bowl, heat butter on high until melted, about 15 seconds. Add onion. Microwave, uncovered, for 30-60 seconds or until tender, stirring once. , Whisk in flour until blended. Gradually stir in the milk. Cook, uncovered, on high for 1-1/2 minutes; stir. Cook 2-3 minutes longer, stirring every minute, or until sauce is thickened and bubbly. Stir in cheese and salt. Pour over potatoes. Add spinach and pimientos; mix well. , Microwave, uncovered, on high for 1-2 minutes or until heated through, stirring once. Sprinkle with bacon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 233 calories, Fat 12g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 39mg cholesterol, Sodium 521mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 9g protein.