Emeril's Creamed Spinach

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons butter
• 1 cup minced onion
• salt
• fresh ground black pepper
• 3 lbs fresh spinach, washed, stemmed and finely chopped
• 2 tablespoons chopped garlic
• 2 cups heavy cream
• 12 ounces grated sharp cheddar cheese

Directions

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 375 degrees.

2. 2

   Lightly grease a 6 cup casserole.

3. 3

   In a large saute pan, melt the remaining butter.

4. 4

   Add the onions and season with salt and pepper.

5. 5

   Saute for about 2 minutes, or until the onions are soft.

6. 6

   Add the spinach.

7. 7

   Season with salt and pepper.

8. 8

   Saute for 3 to 4 minutes.

9. 9

   Add the garlic and cream.

10. 10

    Mix well.

11. 11

    Season the mixture with salt and pepper.

12. 12

    Bring the liquid to a boil and reduce to a simmer.

13. 13

    Simmer the mixture for 6 minutes.

14. 14

    Remove the pan from the heat and turn into the prepared pan.

15. 15

    Add 1/2 of cheese to casserole and stir.

16. 16

    Sprinkle the top with the remainder of the grated cheese and place in the oven.

17. 17

    Bake for about 4 to 6 minutes or until the cheese is slightly brown and bubbly.