Tian Of Creamed Greens

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A tian (tee-yan) is a provençal earthenware dish used for gratins, also called tians.

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Steps

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In a very large skillet , melt 2 1 / 2 tablespoons of the butter- add the onions , cook and cover over moderate heat until softened , about 10 minutes.

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Add the spinach , watercress , burnet and garlic.

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Season with salt and pepper and cook over low heat , stirring occasionally , until the greens are very tender , about 10 minutes- pour off any liquid from the greens and reserve.

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Meanwhile , in a small saucepan , melt the remaining 2 1 / 2 tablespoons of butter- stir in the flour and cook over moderate heat for 1 minute.

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Gradually whisk in the milk , nutmeg and any reserved liquid from the greens- bring to a boil , whisking until the sauce is creamy.

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Reduce the heat and simmer , whisking , until thickened , about 3 minutes.

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Stir the sauce into the greens and season with salt and pepper.

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Transfer the mixture into a 10-inch round earthenware baking dish.

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Sprinkle with the bread crumbs and drizzle with olive oil.

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Bake at 375 degrees in the upper third of the oven until bubbling a.

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Ingredients

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unsalted butter, onions, spinach, watercress, salad burnet, garlic, salt & freshly ground black pepper, all-purpose flour, milk, nutmeg, fresh breadcrumb, extra virgin olive oil