Creamed Spinach

1. 1

   Heat a large saucepan.

2. 2

   Add the spinach by the handful and cook over moderately high heat, stirring often, until wilted, about 5 minutes.

3. 3

   Transfer the spinach to a colander and squeeze it as dry as possible.

4. 4

   Chop the spinach.

5. 5

   Heat the oil in the saucepan.

6. 6

   Add the shallot and cook over moderate heat, stirring, until golden, 4 to 5 minutes.

7. 7

   Add the cream; cook until reduced by half, 6 to 7 minutes.

8. 8

   Add the butter and swirl to incorporate.

9. 9

   Stir in the Parmesan and cook over low heat for 2 minutes.

10. 10

    Add the spinach and water, season with salt and pepper and cook over low heat until the spinach is coated with the thickened sauce, about 5 minutes.

11. 11

    Serve hot.

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