Creamed Spinach
Points: 0
Servings: 4
Preparation Time:8 Minutes
Cooking Time: 7 Minutes
Level of Difficulty: Easy
Notes:
Ingredients:
10 oz chopped frozen spinach, thawed
1/2 cup fat-free evaporated milk
1 tsp dehydrated onion flakes, or minced onion
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/8 tsp table salt, or to taste
1/8 tsp black pepper, or to taste
Instructions:
1. In a blender or food processor, combine spinach and evaporated milk; puree until smooth.
2. Transfer mixture to a medium saucepan and add minced onion and garlic powder. Set pan over medium heat and bring to a simmer. Cook 5 minutes, until thick.
3. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Yields about 1/2 cup per serving. Note: For those on the Flex Plan, keep in mind that a larger (1 cup) serving will have a POINTS value of 1.
4. Flavor Booster: Use fresh baby spinach for a delicate flavor and brilliant green color. Steam 12 ounces baby spinach leaves in a steamer over boiling water for 2 minutes. Drain and proceed with the recipe. You can also use 1 chopped shallot instead of the onion flakes.
Comments:
• Using fat-free evaporated milk instead of whole milk, cream or a butter-based béchamel sauce.
• Eliminating butter from the recipe.
