Spinach and Cream Cheese Gratin
Indulge in the luxurious comfort of Spinach and Cream Cheese Gratin, a creamy, cheesy side dish that’s as elegant as it is easy to prepare. Perfectly wilted fresh spinach is enveloped in a rich sauce made from cream cheese, heavy cream, and a touch of Parmesan, creating a harmony of flavors that will wow your taste buds. Topped with a golden, crunchy breadcrumb layer for added texture, this baked gratin is an irresistible crowd-pleaser. Ready in just 40 minutes, it’s the ultimate addition to your holiday table or a comforting complement to weeknight dinners. Packed with nutrients and loaded with flavor, this gratin is the perfect way to elevate simple ingredients into a gourmet delight.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 900 grams Fresh spinach
- 60 grams Butter
- 2 medium Garlic cloves
- 225 grams Cream cheese
- 120 ml Heavy cream
- 50 grams Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 50 grams Breadcrumbs
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 190°C (375°F).
Wash the fresh spinach thoroughly and roughly chop any large leaves. Place the spinach in a large pot over medium heat with a splash of water. Cook for 2-3 minutes until wilted. Drain the spinach in a colander, pressing out excess liquid, and set aside.
In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic cloves and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the cream cheese to the skillet and stir until it has melted and combined with the butter. Slowly stir in the heavy cream until fully incorporated.
Stir the wilted spinach into the cream cheese mixture. Add the grated Parmesan cheese, salt, and black pepper, and mix well. Cook for 2-3 minutes until heated through.
Transfer the spinach mixture to a greased baking dish and spread it out evenly.
In a small bowl, combine the breadcrumbs and olive oil, mixing until the crumbs are evenly coated. Sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture over the top of the spinach.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the gratin is bubbly.
Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving. Enjoy this creamy, cheesy gratin as a delicious side dish!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2384 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 197.7 g | 253% | |
| Saturated Fat | 108.5 g | 542% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 533 mg | 178% | |
| Sodium | 5232 mg | 227% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 89.0 g | 32% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 24.0 g | 86% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.4 g | ||
| Protein | 59.4 g | 119% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 1568 mg | 121% | |
| Iron | 31.8 mg | 177% | |
| Potassium | 361 mg | 8% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
