Making creamed spinach, how far ahead can I make it?

[breakfastfan]

I am trying the pioneer woman's recipe and it calls for a roux based cream sauce. Can I make it in the afternoon, to be reheated and served at 7pm?

[foodieX2]

I make Smitten Kitchens recipe when the craving strikes and while I think the flavor/texture suffers a little when I reheat the leftovers it is not enough to stop me from making extra! Here is the recipe if you want to compare.

http://smittenkitchen.com/blog/2009/1...

[breakfastfan]

Thank you, I did go with the smitten recipe, I have everything ready to go, and will do it just before my guests get here and keep in the oven until I serve, around 45 minutes.

[foodieX2]

Report back and let me know what you think! Happy New Year!

[fourunder]

You certainly can prepare anything in advance....but in this case it may be prudent to alter your recipe a bit to include more moisture to compensate for drying out during the holding period and reheat phase. will you be reheating on the stove or microwave?