Indulge in a culinary journey with our delectable Cheesy Creamed Spinach Madeleine, a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. This delightful dish is a perfect appetizer, side, or main course, featuring a creamy spinach filling enveloped in a crispy madeleine shell.
Our creamed spinach recipe is crafted with fresh spinach, sautéed to perfection with garlic, shallots, and a touch of nutmeg, creating a velvety and flavorful base. This mixture is then combined with a creamy béchamel sauce, adding a luscious richness that complements the spinach beautifully.
For the madeleine shells, we've curated a recipe that yields delicate and airy cookies with a golden-brown exterior. These shells provide the perfect vessel for the creamed spinach filling, adding a delightful textural contrast to the creamy interior.
This versatile recipe also includes a vegetarian version, catering to those with dietary preferences or restrictions. The vegetarian alternative replaces the cream in the béchamel sauce with a creamy cashew sauce, delivering a plant-based option that is equally delicious and satisfying.
Additionally, we offer a gluten-free variation of the madeleine shells, ensuring that everyone can relish this culinary delight. These gluten-free shells are crafted with almond flour and other gluten-free flours, providing a crispy and flavorful base for the creamed spinach filling.
Our Cheesy Creamed Spinach Madeleine is a culinary masterpiece that combines the best of both worlds – a creamy, flavorful filling encased in a crispy, golden-brown shell. With the included vegetarian and gluten-free options, this recipe caters to a variety of dietary needs and preferences, making it a perfect choice for any occasion. So, prepare to embark on a culinary adventure with our Cheesy Creamed Spinach Madeleine, and experience a symphony of flavors that will leave you craving more.
EASY CHEESY SPINACH
Steps:
- Heat the butter in a 12-inch saute pan over moderate heat. Add the onions and cook until soft, about 8 minutes. Whisk in the cream cheese and let melt. Fold in the spinach until evenly combined. Add up to 3 tablespoons water if the mixture seems too dry. Sprinkle the nutmeg on top and season with salt and pepper.
- BYOC: Lemon zest and juice would bring a little bit of sunshine to this dish. Just add with the salt and pepper.
RIVER ROAD SPINACH MADELINE
First published in 1959 in River Road Recipes, the Junior League of Baton Rouge's community cookbook, spinach Madeline remains a favorite side dish in Southern Louisiana. Thick and creamy with a hint of jalapeno heat, it's most at home on holidays next to turkey, cornbread dressing, and green bean casserole. It's easy to make and easy to multiply for big gatherings. This may be served immediately or put into a casserole and topped with buttered bread crumbs. The flavor is improved if the latter is done and kept in the refrigerator overnight. This may also be frozen.
Provided by Mary Claire Lagroue
Categories Spinach Casserole
Time 40m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Place frozen spinach and water in a saucepan over high heat; bring to a full boil. Reduce heat to medium, cover, and cook for 8 minutes. Separate with a fork and cook for 2 more minutes. Drain, reserving 1/2 cup of the cooking liquid.
- Melt butter in a saucepan over low heat. Add flour, stirring until blended and smooth, but not brown, 1 to 2 minutes. Add onion and cook until soft but not brown, 5 to 7 minutes.
- Slowly add evaporated milk and the reserved cooking liquid, stirring constantly to avoid lumps. Cook, stirring constantly, until smooth and thick, 3 to 5 minutes. Add processed cheese spread, celery salt, garlic salt, pepper, cayenne, and salt; cook and stir until melted, about 2 to 3 minutes. Stir in cooked spinach.
- Stir in cooked spinach and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 216.3 calories, Carbohydrate 11.8 g, Cholesterol 46.4 mg, Fat 15.9 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 10.3 g, SaturatedFat 9.9 g, Sodium 1008.9 mg, Sugar 5 g
SPINACH MADELEINE
Steps:
- Cook spinach according to directions on package. Drain and reserve liquid. Melt butter in a saucepan over low heat. Add flour, stirring until blended and smooth, but not brown. Add onion and cook until soft but not brown. Add evaporated milk and reserved spinach liquid slowly, stirring constantly to avoid lumps. Cook until smooth and thick; continue stirring. Add the cheese, Worcestershire, black pepper, celery salt, garlic salt, red pepper, and salt, to taste. Stir until melted. Combine with cooked spinach. This may be served immediately or put into a casserole and topped with buttered bread crumbs. This flavor is improved if the latter is done and kept in the refrigerator overnight. This may also be frozen.
CHEESY CREAMED SPINACH
This is a recipe for a delicious and cheesy creamed spinach. It's easy and tastes much better than any store bought or frozen versions. I made it for Thanksgiving and it was great!
Provided by BREN3205
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Greens
Time 30m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add spinach and cook until wilted, stirring constantly. Remove from the skillet and drain in a colander. Try to squeeze out as much liquid as possible.
- Melt the butter in the skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and onions; cook and stir until tender, about 5 minutes. Add the spinach and stir in the heavy cream. Sprinkle in the provolone cheese and stir to melt and coat the spinach. Once the provolone has melted, stir in the Parmesan cheese and continue to cook and stir until thickened. Season with salt and pepper and serve hot.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 243.6 calories, Carbohydrate 5.3 g, Cholesterol 68.2 mg, Fat 21.6 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 9.1 g, SaturatedFat 13.4 g, Sodium 321.9 mg, Sugar 0.7 g
CHEESY CREAMED SPINACH MADELEINE
This is my Mom's recipe and is a staple at every holiday gathering. She calls it Spinach Madeleine -- we just call it great. You can "heat" it up by using jalepeno cheese or adding jalepeno peppers, which is how my mom usually makes it. Great any time -- not just holidays.
Provided by CarolAnn
Categories Spinach
Time 50m
Yield 5-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- Cook spinach according to package directions, drain and reserve liquid.
- In large saucepan, melt butter over low heat.
- Add onion, cover and cook slowly until softened.
- Add flour, blending until smooth, and cook about 1 minute.
- Slowly add evaporated milk and reserved liquid from spinach, stirring constantly.
- Cook until thickened and smooth.
- Add seasonings and cheese, stir.
- Add spinach and mix well.
- Place in buttered casserole dish and bake for approximately 30 minutes until hot and bubbly.
EASY CREAMED SPINACH
Our take on the classic creamed spinach side dish uses fresh spinach and cream cheese as a thickener. It's a crowd pleasing recipe that's popular with both young and old.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Healthy Recipes Gluten-Free Recipes
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add spinach, and cook just until wilted, about 1 minute. Drain in a colander; rinse with cold water until cool. Squeeze spinach to remove as much liquid as possible; coarsely chop, and set aside.
- In a large saucepan, heat butter over medium. Add onion and garlic; season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until onion softens, 3 to 5 minutes.
- Add cream cheese and milk; cook, stirring, until cream cheese is melted and smooth. Stir in spinach. Simmer over medium heat until mixture thickens, 8 to 10 minutes. Add nutmeg; season with salt and pepper.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 225 g, Fat 17 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 9 g
THREE-CHEESE CREAMED SPINACH
Cream cheese, Parmesan and mozzarella make this dish wonderfully cheesy. Sprinkle it with french-fried onions for a crisp boost of flavor. -Kathy Vazquez, Amarillo, Texas
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 20m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, combine all ingredients. Cook and stir over medium heat for 8-10 minutes or until blended and heated through.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 415 calories, Fat 35g fat (23g saturated fat), Cholesterol 103mg cholesterol, Sodium 685mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 15g protein.
SPINACH MADELEINE TART WITH CHEESY PASTRY
Try this tart as a veggie course at Christmas or other celebration. With cheesy pastry and a cheese and spinach filling, it's sure to be a crowdpleaser
Provided by Anna Glover
Categories Dinner, Main course
Time 1h55m
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Heat the oven to 200C/180C fan/gas 6. Unravel the pastry on a lightly floured work surface, and sprinkle the 2 tbsp of hard cheese over one half of the pastry along with ½ tsp cayenne and a crack of black pepper. Fold the other half of the pastry over to close it like a book, and roll out, squashing the cheese in the middle, until it fits into a 22cm tart tin with an overhang. Prick the base with a fork, cover with a sheet of parchment and fill with baking beans. Cook for 15 mins, then remove the parchment and beans. Bake for 10-15 mins until lightly golden, then leave to cool in the tin.
- Line a baking sheet with baking parchment. Spoon small piles of the remaining hard cheese (about 16) in a thin layer onto the sheet, then bake for 5-7 mins until bubbling and melted. As soon as they look lacy, remove from the oven or they will burn quite quickly. Transfer to a wire rack to cool and crisp up. Will keep in an airtight container for two days.
- Put the spinach in a sieve over a clean bowl, and squeeze well with the back of a spoon. Keep the liquid.
- Heat the butter in a heavy-based pan and fry the shallots with a pinch of salt for 10 mins. Stir in the garlic, thyme and 2 tbsp flour, then pour in 250ml of the spinach water, boiling for 1-2 mins. Stir in the mascarpone, nutmeg and a pinch of cayenne, and cook for 5 mins.
- Fold through the cheddar and spinach, tip into a bowl and leave to cool for 5-10 mins. Stir in the eggs. Sprinkle the breadcrumbs over the tart case, then pour in the filling. Bake for 35-40 mins until golden. Leave to cool a little before topping with thyme and the cheesy crisps.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 460 calories, Fat 30 grams fat, SaturatedFat 3 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 30 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 16 grams sugar, Fiber 10 grams fiber, Protein 13 grams protein, Sodium 0.5 milligram of sodium
Tips:
- Prep the spinach: Before cooking, thoroughly wash and remove any tough stems from the spinach. This ensures a clean and consistent texture in your dish.
- Use fresh ingredients: The fresher the ingredients, the more vibrant and flavorful your cheesy creamed spinach madeleine will be. Opt for high-quality cheese, such as freshly grated Parmesan or a flavorful cheddar, and use fresh spinach for the best results.
- Don't overcook the spinach: Spinach cooks quickly, so be mindful not to overcook it. Overcooked spinach loses its vibrant color and tender texture, becoming limp and less appealing.
- Use a good quality cooking pan: Choose a pan that distributes heat evenly, such as a non-stick skillet or a heavy-bottomed saucepan. This will help prevent the spinach from sticking or burning.
- Season wisely: Don't be afraid to adjust the seasonings to your preference. Add more garlic, salt, or pepper if desired, or incorporate a pinch of nutmeg or red pepper flakes for a touch of warmth.
Conclusion:
Cheesy creamed spinach madeleine is a versatile and delicious dish that can be enjoyed as a side dish, appetizer, or even a light main course. With its creamy texture, cheesy flavor, and the delicate crunch of the madeleine shells, this dish is sure to impress. Whether you're serving it at a special occasion dinner or as a comforting weeknight meal, this recipe provides a delightful culinary experience that combines classic flavors with a touch of elegance. So, next time you're looking for a flavorful and visually appealing dish, give this cheesy creamed spinach madeleine a try – you won't be disappointed!
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