Baked Oysters and Spinach

In response to a request. I found it on the internet, but I have not tried this recipe.

• Ready In: 30 mins
• Serves: 6

Ingredients

• 1 1⁄2 lbs fresh spinach, rinsed well and left wet
• 1⁄4 cup butter
• 1  large onion, finely chopped
• 1  pinch  of freshly grated nutmeg
•  salt & freshly ground black pepper
• 1  cup heavy cream
• 1  cup  fine dry breadcrumb
• 1  quart  shucked fresh  oyster
• 2  tablespoons  finely chopped fresh dill or 2  teaspoons dried dill

Directions

1. Place the spinach in a large saucepan, cover, and steam over moderate heat for about 5 minutes or until tender.
2. Drain the spinach, refresh under cold water, squeeze dry, and chop finely.
3. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
4. In a large skillet, heat half the butter, add the onion, and sauté over moderate heat for 5 minutes, stirring often.
5. Add the spinach, nutmeg, salt, pepper, and cream.
6. Stir well and cook over moderate heat for about 2 minutes, stirring in a few bread crumbs if necessary to thicken the mixture.
7. Add the oysters and dill and stir well.
8. Spoon the mixture into a well-buttered baking dish, sprinkle the top with bread crumbs, dot with the remaining butter, and bake for 10 to 15 minutes or until the top is golden brown.