Grilled Tri-Tip with Creamed Spinach

Spice Rub

• 2 ½ tsp paprika
• 2 tsp salt
• 2 tsp brown sugar
• 1 tsp ground black pepper
• ½ tsp chili powder
• ½ tsp garlic powder
• ½ tsp onion powder
• ¼ tsp ground cayenne pepper
• 32 - 40 oz tri-tip steak trimmed

Creamed Spinach

• 6 oz water
• 18 oz fresh spinach divided
• 4 oz yellow onion in pieces
• 2 garlic cloves
• 1 oz unsalted butter in pieces
• 4 oz cream cheese in pieces
• 2 oz heavy whipping cream
• ½ tsp salt to taste
• 4 ears of corn grilled, to serve (see Tip)