Spinach Au Gratin
Indulge in the rich, creamy decadence of Spinach Au Gratin—a comforting classic that’s perfect as a side dish or a stand-alone delight. This recipe combines tender, blanched spinach with a luscious Gruyère-infused béchamel sauce, seasoned with a hint of nutmeg for a warm, aromatic touch. Topped with a golden, crispy breadcrumb and Parmesan crust, this dish strikes the perfect balance between cheesy goodness and satisfying crunch. Quick to prepare in just 40 minutes, it’s an elegant option for dinner parties or family meals. Serve this savory baked masterpiece straight from the oven for a dish that’s guaranteed to please. Keywords: Spinach Au Gratin, creamy spinach casserole, cheesy baked spinach recipe, vegetarian side dish.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams fresh spinach
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 250 milliliters milk
- 100 milliliters heavy cream
- 0.25 teaspoons nutmeg
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 100 grams grated Gruyère cheese
- 50 grams grated Parmesan cheese
- 50 grams breadcrumbs
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F).
Wash the spinach thoroughly and blanch it in boiling water for 1-2 minutes. Drain and press out excess water using a clean kitchen towel or paper towel. Roughly chop the spinach and set aside.
In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the flour and whisk continuously to form a smooth roux, cooking for about 1 minute.
Gradually add the milk to the roux, whisking constantly to avoid lumps. Once smooth, add the heavy cream and continue to cook for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens.
Stir in the nutmeg, salt, black pepper, and half of the Gruyère cheese (50 grams). Mix until the cheese is fully melted and the sauce is smooth.
Add the chopped spinach to the cheese sauce and fold everything together until well combined. Transfer the mixture into a greased baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
In a small bowl, mix the breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, and the remaining half of the Gruyère cheese. Drizzle the olive oil over the mixture and toss until evenly coated.
Sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture evenly over the spinach mixture in the baking dish.
Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and crisp.
Remove from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy your creamy and cheesy Spinach Au Gratin!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1773 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 124.9 g | 160% | |
| Saturated Fat | 70.1 g | 350% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 335 mg | 112% | |
| Sodium | 4019 mg | 175% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 81.8 g | 30% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.5 g | 52% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.5 g | ||
| Protein | 76.0 g | 152% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.3 mcg | 17% | |
| Calcium | 2212 mg | 170% | |
| Iron | 19.5 mg | 108% | |
| Potassium | 500 mg | 11% | |
*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.
