To begin making the Creamed Spinach first blanch the spinach leaves in boiling water till they just wilt (about a minute).

Drain in a colander and rinse with cold water.

Squeeze out the water and roughly chop the spinach.

In a pan heat the butter. Add garlic and onions and sauté till the onions just soften.

Sprinkle some salt and pepper. Add the flour, stir and cook for a minute.

Gradually whisk in the milk. Cook stirring till it thickens.

Add the mustard powder and cheese or cream cheese and mix.

Stir in the spinach, nutmeg and cook for a few seconds. Serve hot.

Serve Creamed Spinach Recipe as a dip along with Garlic Bread or as a side dish along with your Italian Meal.