Indian Palak Paneer

10 oz spinach (frozen is fine)

1 large onion, chopped

1/4 teaspoon cinnamon

1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom

1 teaspoon ground ginger

1/2 teaspoon chopped garlic

1/2 cup chopped tomato

3 tablespoons plain yogurt

1 tablespoon ground coriander

1/2 teaspoon garam masala

1/2 teaspoon paprika

1/2 teaspoon salt

8 ounces paneer cheese, cut into cubes (make fresh, or substitute tofu)

1/4 cup heavy cream

Directions:

1

Cut spinach into shreds and cook in 3 tablespoons water until tender; remove from heat.

2

Saute onion, cinnamon, cardamom, and ginger in 1-2 tablespoons ghee or oil until onion is translucent.

3

Then add garlic and chopped tomatoes, and reduce heat.

4

Cook briefly and slowly blend in yogurt a little at a time to prevent curdling.

5

Add coriander, garam masala, paprika, and salt, mixing well.

6

Add cooked spinach with liquid, cover and simmer on low heat for approximately 20-30 minutes.

7

Remove from heat.

8

Take half of spinach mixture and puree in food processor or blender, and return to mixture and stir.

9

Slowly stir in heavy cream, and heat through on low heat.

10

Add paneer cubes.

11

Serve.

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