4 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced
1/2 cup water
3 tablespoons finely chopped onion
1/4 cup butter, cubed
1 package (10 oz) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt [needs more]
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg [substitute all-spice, needs more]
1/4 teaspoon pepper [needs more]
2 cups milk
2 cups (8 oz) shredded gouda cheese [only use on top, 1/2 what calls for]
3 tablespoons crumbled cooked bacon [needs more]
      

-Place sweet potatoes in a 2-1/2 quart microwave-safe dish; add water. Cover and
 microwave on high for 8-10 minutes or until fully cooked tender.
-Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, sauté onion in butter until tender. Add spinach.
 Stir in flour and seasonings until blended. Gradually stir in milk. Bring to a
 boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Remove from the heat. 
-Drain sweet potatoes. Spread half of the spinach mixture into a greased 11x7x2
 inch backing dish. Top with half the potatoes and cheese [only use cheese on top].
 Repeat layers. Sprinkle with bacon. Cover and bake at 375° for 10-15 minutes or
 until bubbly.

Simp & Delic Nov/Dec 07