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Description
A rich and creamy spinach dish baked to perfection with a golden cheese crust.
Ingredients
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- 2 pounds fresh spinach, washed and trimmed
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Gruyère cheese
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large pot, steam the spinach until wilted. Drain and squeeze out excess water.
- In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the flour to form a roux.
- Gradually whisk in the milk and cream until smooth. Cook until the sauce thickens.
- Add nutmeg, salt, and pepper to the sauce. Stir in the spinach.
- Transfer the mixture to a baking dish. Top with Parmesan and Gruyère cheeses.
- Bake for 20 minutes or until the top is golden and bubbly.
Notes
- You can substitute frozen spinach for fresh; just ensure it’s thoroughly drained.
- For a lighter version, use half-and-half instead of heavy cream.
- Let the gratin rest for 5 minutes before serving for easier slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of recipe
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 75mg