Spinach Bisque
["1/2 c. chopped onion", "2 Tbsp. margarine", "1/3 c. all purpose flour", "1/2 to 1 tsp. salt", "1/8 tsp. nutmeg", "2 1/2 c. milk", "1 c. water", "3/4 c. cubed American cheese", "1 pkg. (10 oz.) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained", "oyster crackers, optional"]
["In 3 quart saucepan, saute onion in butter until tender. Stir in flour, salt and nutmeg until smooth.", "Gradually whisk in milk and water.", "Add cheese; cook and stir over medium heat until melted.", "Add spinach; cover and simmer for 4 to 5 minutes or until heated through.", "Serve with oyster crackers if desired.", "Yield: 5 to 6 servings."]
["onion", "margarine", "flour", "salt", "nutmeg", "milk", "water", "American cheese", "spinach", "oyster crackers"]