Creamed spinach is a very traditional French dish. This variation is from the town of Morez in the Jura Mountains. 

• 3 lbs. fresh spinach, de-stemmed and washed
• 3 Tbsp. butter
• ½ C. onion, chopped
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• ¼ tsp. nutmeg
• 1/3 C. cream

Place washed spinach into a saucepan. Partially cover and cook 8-10 min. using only the water clinging to the leaves. Drain, chop spinach, and set aside. In a large skillet, melt butter and add the onion and garlic and cook until the onion is transparent, stirring occasionally. Add the chopped spinach and sprinkle with the nutmeg. Cook, stirring constantly, until the spinach is well heated. Just before serving add the cream. Serve with sausage or fried ham slices.