Creamy Spinach Gratin
This Creamy Spinach Gratin is a rich and comforting side dish made with tender spinach, a velvety cheese sauce, and a crispy Parmesan breadcrumb topping. It's easy to prepare and pairs perfectly with chicken, beef, pork, seafood, or holiday meals.
Equipment
- 9x13-inch baking dish
- Large skillet
- Mixing Bowl
- Wooden spoon
- Measuring Cups
- Measuring spoons
- Cheese grater
- Knife
- Cutting board
- Oven
Ingredients
- 2 10-ounce packages frozen chopped spinach, thawed and well drained
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 small yellow onion finely diced
- 3 garlic cloves minced
- 8 ounces cream cheese softened
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ¾ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Thoroughly squeeze the thawed spinach to remove as much moisture as possible.
- Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the diced onion and cook for about 4 minutes until softened.
- Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
- Add the cream cheese and heavy cream, stirring until smooth.
- Mix in the mozzarella cheese and ½ cup of the Parmesan cheese until melted.
- Season with salt, black pepper, and ground nutmeg.
- Fold the drained spinach into the cheese sauce until evenly coated.
- Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
- In a small bowl, combine the panko breadcrumbs, remaining Parmesan cheese, and olive oil.
- Sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture evenly over the spinach.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until hot and bubbling.
- Broil for 2-3 minutes, if desired, until the topping is golden brown.
- Let the gratin rest for 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
Nutritional Information (Per Serving)
- Calories: 285
- Protein: 11g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Cholesterol: 58mg
- Sodium: 460mg
- Fiber: 3g
- Sugar: 2g
- Calcium: 240mg
- Iron: 2mg
