Spinach Custard
Elevate your mealtime with this creamy and savory Spinach Custard—a delightful blend of fresh spinach, rich heavy cream, and a hint of Parmesan cheese, baked to perfection in individual ramekins or a family-style dish. This elegant recipe features a silky custard base infused with sautéed garlic and a touch of nutmeg, bringing out the earthy flavors of the spinach while maintaining a light and luscious texture. Designed to impress with minimal effort, this dish is baked in a water bath for that perfectly set, smooth custard consistency. Whether served warm as a comforting side dish or at room temperature for a sophisticated appetizer, this Spinach Custard is a nutrient-packed showstopper that’s perfect for brunch, dinner parties, or a refined weeknight treat.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 grams fresh spinach leaves
- 3 large eggs
- 250 ml heavy cream
- 100 ml milk
- 50 grams grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 clove garlic
- 0.25 teaspoon nutmeg
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon unsalted butter
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
Grease four ramekins or a small baking dish with the unsalted butter and set aside.
Wash the fresh spinach leaves thoroughly and pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel.
In a pan over medium heat, lightly sauté the garlic clove (minced) until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.
Add the spinach to the pan and cook until just wilted, about 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
Using a food processor or blender, blend the cooked spinach and garlic until smooth. Set aside.
In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, heavy cream, and milk until well combined.
Stir in the blended spinach mixture, grated Parmesan cheese, nutmeg, salt, and black pepper. Mix everything well.
Pour the mixture evenly into the prepared ramekins or the baking dish.
Place the ramekins or dish into a larger baking pan. Fill the pan with hot water until it reaches halfway up the sides of the ramekins or dish (creating a water bath).
Carefully transfer the baking pan to the preheated oven.
Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the custard is set and no longer jiggles when gently shaken.
Remove from the oven and allow to cool for 5 minutes before serving.
Serve warm or at room temperature. Enjoy your creamy spinach custard!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1392 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 119.7 g | 153% | |
| Saturated Fat | 68.5 g | 342% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 878 mg | 293% | |
| Sodium | 2527 mg | 110% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 14.9 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.0 g | 18% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.3 g | ||
| Protein | 48.6 g | 97% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.2 mcg | 21% | |
| Calcium | 973 mg | 75% | |
| Iron | 8.2 mg | 46% | |
| Potassium | 1503 mg | 32% | |
*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.
