Creamy Spinach With a Kick

Ingredients:

3 packages (10 ounce) frozen chopped spinach
1/2 cup spinach liquid, reserved from cooking spinach
1 onion, chopped
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 cup skim milk
6 oz. hot pepper cheese, cubed
1 tablespoon low sodium Worcestershire sauce
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

Instructions:

Place a skillet sprayed with a non stick Canola spray over medium heat. Add onion and cook until tender and translucent 8 to 10 minutes. Cook the spinach as directed on the package. Be sure to drain the spinach well. When the onion is tender add the flour to the skillet. Stir the flour in well.

Slowly add the spinach liquid and then the milk stir continuously while adding the liquid. Continue to cook over medium heat until the mixture begins to thicken. Once the mixture has thickened add the cheese and stir. Place the garlic powder and Worcestershire sauce being sure to mix well to incorporate all the flavors. When the cheese has completely melted remove the skillet from the stove and gently stir in the spinach until completely covered with the thickened mixture.

Nutrition Information: (Approximate Values)

Per Serving:
Calories 100
Protein 7g
Carbohydrate 9g
Fat 5g
Calories from Fat 39%
Saturated Fat 3g
Dietary Fiber 3g
Cholesterol 13mg
Sodium 318mg