Spinach Casserole

• 8 pounds fresh spinach
• 2 tablespoons butter or margarine
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 2 cups half-and-half
• 1/8 teaspoon salt
• 1/8 teaspoon pepper
• 4 cups (16 ounces) shredded, sharp Cheddar cheese
• 1 cup soft breadcrumbs

1. Remove stems from spinach; wash leaves thoroughly in lukewarm water. Place in a large Dutch oven (do not add water). Cover and cook over high heat 3 to 5 minutes. Drain spinach well; chop and set aside.
2. Melt butter in a medium saucepan over low heat; add flour, stirring until smooth. Cook 1 minute, stirring constantly. Gradually add half-and-half; cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until thickened and bubbly. Stir in salt and pepper. Add spinach and cheese; mix well.
3. Spoon mixture into a greased 2-quart casserole; sprinkle with breadcrumbs. Bake, uncovered, at 350u0b0 for 10 to 15 minutes.

fresh spinach, butter, flour, salt, pepper, cheddar cheese, breadcrumbs

Taken from www.myrecipes.com/recipe/spinach-casserole-0 (may not work)