Spinach Maria (Calhoun's)

Ingredients

• 2 packages frozen chopped spinach
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 1 Tbsp butter or margarine
• 1 (8 oz) package cream cheese
• 3/4 to 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/2 to 3/4 tsp ground cayenne pepper (use more or less depending on how hot you like it)

Instructions

1. Cook spinach according to package directions and drain on paper towels, squeezing out excess water.
2. Saute onion in butter until tender.
3. Add cream cheese and stir until well melted.
4. Add spinach, Parmesan cheese, and cayenne pepper.
5. Cook several minutes until well blended.
6. Place in a greased casserole dish and bake at 350° for 30 minutes.