When growing up in Holland spinach a la creme (spinazie a la creme) was eaten as part of a meal (meat or fish, potatoes & veg) at least once a week.

OK in Holland you can simply buy the frozen ones in most supermarkets. But it’s very easy to make at home and you can then freeze it for later use:

• Either eat it either straight after cooking.
• Or freeze it for later use.
• One of the superfoods, full of vitamins and minerals.

You can either use regular spinach or use baby (young) spinach. In the video I used baby spinach simply because I had a lot available – it’s very easy to grow at home with a great taste and perfect for healthy meals.

Instructions

• Wash the spinach and remove any large stems.
• Chop into smaller pieces if you want a smooth creamy consistency.
• Put the spinach in the large saucepan and add water to cover it, adding a pinch of salt.
• Bring to the boil and boil for 4 to 6 minutes until the spinach is cooked.
• Pour into the colander (or sieve) and press with the back of a spoon to remove all water.
• Optionally – if you want it very smooth – blend it in a food processor
• At the same time heat in a small saucepan the whipping cream until it has halved in quantity.
• Remove from the heat and add the spinach.
• Stir and add the salt & pepper to taste and then add the butter.