Overprinting spot colour with white text

I have a problem which I haven't faced in many years and, basically, have forgotten the solution. I have designed a process colour job with white text on a green background but have now been asked by the printer to provide the green as a spot plate with the 'white' type coming out of it. I suppose the white 'knocks' out the green but I can't think how to do this. I have selected the type and set overprint in the colour palette but to no – yes, you've guessed it – it's now just a solid green. All suggestions very welcome – I need this urgently as the printer needs the separated PDF this morning.
Michael

You're right Eugene. I was just being a tired panicked/rushed designer (difficult client who expects CMYK colours to look right on their uncalibrated PC monitor!) and so couldn't see the wood for the trees!
Thank you for taking your time to answer my question. One of the best things about the web are these forums.
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