Creamed Spinach

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8 servings Ingredients: 1/4 teaspoon salt 2 slices bacon, diced 2 tablespoons butter 1 1/2 tablespoons flour 1 cup half and half, scalding hot 1 pound cooked fresh spinach, finely chopped ( about 4 bunches) 1 onion, diced and lightly sauteed in butter or oil 1/8 teasoiib freshly grated nutmeg Directions: Saute bacon in medium saucepan until crisp.  Reduce heat to medium low and add butter.  When melted, whisk in flour to make a rouz.  Cook 2 minutes, stirring constantly.  Slowly add hot half and half, whisking constantly until sauce is smooth and thickened.  Simmer about 1o minutes, stirring frequently.  Blend in remaining ingredients and heat through.