The source of this recipe is Lawry’s the Prime Rib, located in Beverly Hills. They prepare this classic dish by combining fresh spinach with a savory blend of bacon, scallions, onions, and a noticeable amount of garlic, resulting in a satisfyingly hearty dish. It serves as an excellent accompaniment to a delicious steak.
Enjoy!
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Lawry’s the Prime Rib’s Creamed Spinach
Spinach base:
- 1/2 pound smoked bacon, finely chopped
- 1 bunch (about 10 small) green onions, finely chopped
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon chopped garlic
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 teaspoon pepper
- 1 1/2 tablespoons butter
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In a large skillet, cook the chopped bacon over medium-high heat until browned and crisp, stirring frequently, about 15 minutes.
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To the pan, stir in the green onion, onion, chopped garlic, salt and pepper and simmer, stirring frequently, until the vegetables are tender, 10 to 12 minutes. Remove from heat.
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Stir in the butter, then puree the mixture in a blender. (The base can be made ahead of time to this point and covered and refrigerated. Reheat before using.)
Creamed spinach:
- Spinach base
- 1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons flour
- 1 1/2 cups milk
- 3/4 cup half and half
- 2 pounds spinach, cleaned and chopped
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Heat the spinach base in a large skillet over medium heat until warm. Gradually whisk in the flour until fully incorporated. Cook over medium heat for 10 minutes to cook out the flour taste, stirring frequently.
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While the base is heating, scald the milk in a medium saucepan.
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Remove from heat but keep warm on the stove.
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When the flour is cooked, whisk in the hot milk and half and half, mixing thoroughly. Bring the mixture to a boil over high heat.
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Reduce the heat to a simmer and continue to cook, stirring frequently, until the mixture is thickened to a cream sauce consistency, about 5 minutes.
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Stir in the spinach, a little at a time, until all is added.
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Continue to cook until the creamed spinach begins to bubble, about 10 minutes.
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Remove from heat and serve immediately. This makes about 4 1/2 cups creamed spinach.
Serves 6-8
Source: LA Times
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