Creamed Spinach Bake
Rich and velvety creamed spinach baked until bubbling with a golden breadcrumb topping. This comforting classic is the perfect side dish for any dinner occasion.
A rich bubbling baked creamed spinach with a crispy golden breadcrumb crust.
Nutrition per serving
Ingredients
main
sauce
topping
seasoning
Instructions
Prepare the Spinach
Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Squeeze every bit of moisture from the thawed spinach using a clean kitchen towel. This step is critical and should not be skipped as excess water will ruin the sauce.
Build the Sauce
Melt butter in a large oven safe skillet over medium heat. Add diced onion and cook for 5 minutes until soft. Add garlic and cook 1 minute more then whisk in flour and cook for 2 minutes to remove the raw flour taste.
Finish the Cream Sauce
Slowly pour in the milk while whisking constantly to prevent lumps. Cook over medium heat stirring frequently for about 4 minutes until the sauce thickens. Season with salt and nutmeg.
Combine and Top
Fold the dry squeezed spinach into the cream sauce until fully combined. Smooth the top and scatter Parmesan cheese and panko breadcrumbs evenly over the surface.
Bake Until Golden
Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 20 minutes until the top is golden brown and the edges are bubbling. Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
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