Creamed Spinach With Fried Croutons

Ingredients

• 1 bunch spinach
• Salt
• Butter
• Pepper
• Cream (optional)
• Fried croutons

Method

1. 1 Remove stalks and wash spinach thoroughly in several waters to remove grit.
2. 2 Place spinach in a saucepan with no added water, just what clings to leaves. Sprinkle with salt.
3. 3 Cook with lid off until tender, stirring occasionally.
4. 4 Drain in a colander and wring dry in a clean cloth.
5. 5 Chop or rub through a wire sieve. Return to saucepan with butter, pepper, salt, and optional cream.
6. 6 Press into a mound or pyramid in a dish and garnish with fried croutons.