Spinach Casserole Creamed
Indulge in the creamy decadence of this Spinach Casserole, a rich and satisfying side dish that’s perfect for any occasion. Fresh spinach is blanched and folded into a luscious cheese sauce made with Parmesan, cheddar, and a touch of heavy cream, creating a velvety texture that’s loaded with flavor. Topped with golden, buttery breadcrumbs, this baked casserole delivers the perfect balance of creamy and crunchy in every bite. Seasoned with garlic powder, onion powder, and a hint of black pepper, it’s a comforting and savory addition to your table that pairs beautifully with roasted meats or hearty mains. Quick to prepare and baked to perfection in just 30 minutes, this recipe is a must-try for those who love flavorful, oven-baked casseroles.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 16 ounces fresh spinach
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups milk
- 0.5 cups heavy cream
- 0.5 cups grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cups grated cheddar cheese
- 1 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 teaspoons onion powder
- 1 teaspoons salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 0.5 cups breadcrumbs
- 1 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
Wash and trim the spinach, then blanch it in a large pot of boiling water for 1-2 minutes until just wilted. Drain and squeeze out excess water. Roughly chop the spinach and set aside.
In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Once melted, whisk in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly, until the mixture forms a paste and is lightly golden.
Gradually add the milk while whisking continuously to avoid lumps. Stir in the heavy cream and continue cooking for 3-4 minutes until the sauce thickens.
Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the Parmesan cheese, cheddar cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until the cheese is fully melted and incorporated.
Fold the chopped spinach into the cheese sauce, ensuring that the spinach is evenly coated.
Transfer the spinach mixture into a greased 9x9-inch baking dish.
In a small bowl, mix the breadcrumbs with the olive oil until evenly coated. Sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture evenly over the top of the casserole.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and bubbling.
Allow the casserole to cool for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2214 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 161.6 g | 207% | |
| Saturated Fat | 90.4 g | 452% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 456 mg | 152% | |
| Sodium | 5479 mg | 238% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 107.0 g | 39% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.3 g | 51% | |
| Total Sugars | 28.0 g | ||
| Protein | 82.1 g | 164% | |
| Vitamin D | 6.2 mcg | 31% | |
| Calcium | 2337 mg | 180% | |
| Iron | 19.3 mg | 107% | |
| Potassium | 981 mg | 21% | |
*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.
