Serves: 5
Total Calories: 146

2 (10-ounce) packages frozen chopped spinach
4 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons flour
2 tablespoons chopped onions
1/2 cup evaporated milk
1/2 vegetable liquor
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
3/4 teaspoon celery salt
3/4 teaspoon garlic salt
1 salt to taste
1 (6-ounce) roll jalapeño cheese
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
red pepper to taste

Cook spinach according to directions on package. Drain and reserve liquor. Melt butter in saucepan over low heat. Add flour, stirring until blended and smooth, but not brown. Add onion and cook until soft, but not brown. Add liquids slowly, stirring constantly to avoid lumps. Cook until smooth and thick; continue stirring. Add seasonings and cheese which has been cut into small pieces. Stir until melted. Combine with cooked spinach.

This may be served immediately or put into a casserole and topped with buttered bread crumbs. The flavor is improved if the latter is done and kept in refrigerator overnight. This may also be frozen.

To use as a dip, heat in a saucepan and put in chafing dish; serves 20.

Nutritional Facts:

Serves: 5
Total Calories: 146
Calories from Fat: 96

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