Spinach Gratin
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5
Spinach Gratin
Description
This Spinach Gratin starts by gently sautéing finely chopped onions in butter until translucent, forming a flavorful base. Flour and grated nutmeg are then whisked in to create a light roux, followed by the gradual addition of heavy cream and whole milk to build a smooth, thickened white sauce.
Thawed and well-drained frozen spinach is incorporated into the sauce along with kosher salt, coarse black pepper, and generous amounts of Parmesan and Gruyere cheeses. The mixture is poured into a greased baking dish and baked at high heat until the top turns golden brown and crisp while the interior remains creamy.
This gratin can be served as a warm, cheesy side dish accompanying roasted meats or poultry, or enjoyed on its own. The blend of cheeses adds depth and nuttiness complementing the mild spinach and rich sauce.
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons butter unsalted
- 1 large onion finely chopped, yellow
- 1/4 cup flour
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg , freshly grated
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups milk whole
- 3 pounds spinach chopped, frozen
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper coarse ground
- 1 cup Parmesan Cheese , grated
- 1/2 cup gruyere cheese , grated
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425 degrees and grease an 8x8 baking dish.
- Melt butter in a large dutch oven then add in the onions and cook on medium heat until translucent, about 10-12 minutes.
- Whisk in the flour and nutmeg and cook for 2 minutes.
- Whisk in the heavy cream and milk and cook for 5-7 minutes until thickened.
- Drain and squeeze the spinach dry then add it into the dutch oven and whisk well to combine.
- Add in the salt, pepper, parmesan and gruyere cheese and whisk well.
- Pour the mixture into a baking dish and bake for 20 minutes until the top is browned and slightly crispy.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8Servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 340 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 340kcal | 17% |
| Carbohydrates | 18g | 6% |
| Protein | 17g | 34% |
| Fat | 24g | 37% |
| Saturated Fat | 15g | 75% |
| Cholesterol | 76mg | 25% |
| Sodium | 1266mg | 53% |
| Potassium | 772mg | 16% |
| Fiber | 6g | 24% |
| Sugar | 6g | 12% |
| Vitamin A | 20849IU | 417% |
| Vitamin C | 12mg | 13% |
| Calcium | 554mg | 55% |
| Iron | 4mg | 22% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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