Best 6 Fantastic Creamed Spinach Gratin Recipes

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Indulge in the creamy, cheesy goodness of Creamed Spinach Gratin, a delightful dish that combines the earthy flavors of spinach with a rich and decadent sauce. This culinary masterpiece is perfect for any occasion, whether it's a comforting weeknight meal or an elegant dinner party. Our collection of recipes offers a variety of options to suit your taste and dietary preferences. From a classic creamed spinach gratin made with fresh spinach, heavy cream, and Gruyère cheese to a lighter version featuring Greek yogurt and Parmesan cheese, there's a recipe for everyone. We also have a vegan-friendly version that uses almond milk and nutritional yeast, ensuring that everyone can enjoy this delectable dish. With easy-to-follow instructions and stunning photos, our recipes will guide you through the process of creating a creamy, bubbly gratin that will leave your taste buds wanting more. So, grab your apron and let's embark on a culinary journey to creamed spinach gratin perfection!

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FANTASTIC CREAMED SPINACH GRATIN



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A perfect side dish to your holiday meal, even people who hate spinach will love this dish! --- this should serve 8 people depending on the size of the portions -- the complete recipe may be made up to 24 hours in advance, cover and refrigerate, allow to sit at room temperature for 30 minutes before baking --- if you prefer a milder spinach flavor then boil the spinach in water for about 8 minutes before using in the recipe.

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Spinach

Time 45m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 tablespoons butter
5 shallots, thinly sliced crosswise
1 pinch cayenne pepper
2 teaspoons fresh minced garlic
5 (10 ounce) boxes frozen spinach, thawed (hand-squeeze out any excess moisture)
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, room temperature
1 cup whipping cream (35% cream)
1 cup full-fat milk
1 cup grated swiss cheese or 1 cup gruyere cheese
1 teaspoon seasoning salt (or use 1/2 teaspoon white salt)
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper (can use more to taste)
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/3 cup grated parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Grease a 9-inch baking dish.
  • Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat.
  • Add in shallots and cayenne pepper; cook stirring for about 5-6 minutes or until softened but not browned (add in the fresh garlic the last few minutes of cooking).
  • Hand-squeeze out any excess moisture in the spinach then place in a large bowl.
  • Add in the shallot/garlic mixture, cream cheese, whipping cream, milk, shredded cheese, seasoned salt, ground black pepper and nutmeg; mix well using a wooden spoon.
  • Transfer to prepared baking dish.
  • Sprinkle the top with Parmesan cheese.
  • At this point you may cover and refrigerate for 24 hours.
  • Bake uncovered for about 25 minutes or until light golden brown.

CREAMED-SPINACH GRATIN



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Nutty Gruyere cheese and crunchy toasted breadcrumbs take the classic steakhouse side to the next level. It'll quickly become a family favorite.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Main Dish Recipes     Casserole Recipes

Time 1h5m

Yield Serves 6 to 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
2 pounds baby spinach
3 tablespoons unsalted butter, plus more for dish
1/4 cup finely diced shallot
2 tablespoons unbleached all-purpose flour
2 cups whole milk
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
3/4 cup finely grated Gruyere
3/4 cup panko breadcrumbs

Steps:

  • In a large pot, bring 1 1/2 cups water and 1 teaspoon salt to a simmer. Add spinach; cover and cook until wilted, about 2 minutes. Drain in a colander, pressing out as much liquid as possible with the back of a wooden spoon; coarsely chop.
  • In a medium saucepan, melt 2 tablespoons butter over medium. Add shallot and cook, stirring, until softened, about 4 minutes. Add flour; cook, stirring, until mixture is pale golden and has a slightly nutty aroma, 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Pour in milk, whisking constantly, until smooth. Cook, stirring constantly along bottom of pan, until bubbling and thickened, 6 to 8 minutes. Remove from heat; add mustard and 1/2 cup cheese. Whisk until smooth.
  • In a large bowl, stir together spinach and cheese sauce until spinach is completely coated. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Heat a medium skillet over medium. Add remaining 1 tablespoon butter and panko; cook, stirring constantly, until golden brown, about 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Lightly brush a 7-by-11-inch oval gratin dish with butter. Transfer spinach mixture to dish; sprinkle top with toasted panko and remaining 1/4 cup cheese. Bake until browned on top and edges are starting to bubble, about 20 minutes. Serve immediately.

SPINACH GRATIN



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Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h35m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) unsalted butter
4 cups chopped yellow onions (2 large)
1/4 cup flour
1/4 teaspoon grated nutmeg
1 cup heavy cream
2 cups milk
3 pounds frozen chopped spinach, defrosted (5 (10-ounce) packages)
1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup grated Gruyere cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. Melt the butter in a heavy-bottomed saute pan over medium heat. Add the onions and saute until translucent, about 15 minutes. Add the flour and nutmeg and cook, stirring, for 2 more minutes. Add the cream and milk and cook until thickened. Squeeze as much liquid as possible from the spinach and add the spinach to the sauce. Add 1/2 cup of the Parmesan cheese and mix well. Season, to taste, with salt and pepper. Transfer the spinach to a baking dish and sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup Parmesan and the Gruyere on top. Bake for 20 minutes until hot and bubbly. Serve hot.
  • Note: This recipe has been updated and may differ from what was originally broadcast or published.

CREAMED SPINACH GRATIN



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I love creamed spinach, and this is a way to dress it up a bit. From Real Simple Magazine November 2005.

Provided by JackieOhNo

Categories     Spinach

Time 1h

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons unsalted butter (plus more for the dish)
1 garlic clove, halved
5 shallots, thinly sliced crosswise
5 (10 ounce) boxes frozen spinach, thawed
8 ounces cream cheese, at room temperature
1 cup heavy cream
1 cup whole milk
1 cup grated gruyere or 1 cup grated swiss cheese
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 375 degrees.
  • Rub the sides and bottom of a buttered 8-inch baking dish with the garlic; discard garlic.
  • In a skillet, over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the shallots and cook until softened, 5 to 7 minutes.
  • Squeeze the spinach to remove any excess liquid. In a large bowl, combine spinach, cream cheese, heavy cream, milk, Gruyere or Swiss cheese, salt, pepper, nutmeg and shallots. Transfer to dish.
  • Bake, uncovered, until bubbling and lightly golden, about 25 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 372.9, Fat 30.7, SaturatedFat 18.7, Cholesterol 97.5, Sodium 517.3, Carbohydrate 13.9, Fiber 6.2, Sugar 3.5, Protein 15.8

BUTTERNUT SQUASH AND CREAMED-SPINACH GRATIN



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Parmigiano-Reggiano and a generous dose of heavy cream transform butternut squash and spinach into a rich, bubbling gratin.

Categories     Gourmet     Thanksgiving     Fall     Side     Bake     Casserole/Gratin     Butternut Squash     Spinach     Milk/Cream     Cheese     Dairy     Garlic     Onion     Buffet     Parmesan     Nutmeg     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher     Winter     Vegetable     Christmas     Squash

Yield 8-10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 pounds fresh spinach, stems discarded, or 3 (10-ounce) packages frozen leaf spinach, thawed
5 tablespoons unsalted butter plus additional for greasing pan
3/4 cup finely chopped onion (1 small)
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
3/4 teaspoon black pepper
Rounded 1/4 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
1 cup heavy cream
4 pounds butternut squash (2 large), peeled, quartered, and seeded
1/2 ounce finely grated Parmigiano-Reggiano (1/4 cup)
Special Equipment
An adjustable-blade slicer

Steps:

  • If using fresh spinach, bring 1 inch water to a boil in a 6- to 8-quart pot over high heat. Add spinach, a few handfuls at a time, and cook, turning with tongs, until wilted, 3 to 5 minutes. Drain in a colander and rinse under cold water.
  • Thoroughly squeeze cooked fresh or thawed frozen spinach in small handfuls to remove excess moisture, then coarsely chop and transfer to a bowl.
  • Melt 3 tablespoons butter in an 8-inch heavy skillet over moderately low heat, then cook onion and garlic, stirring, until softened, 3 to 5 minutes. Add onion mixture to spinach along with salt, pepper, nutmeg, and cream and stir to combine.
  • Put oven rack in upper third of oven and preheat oven to 400°F. Butter a 3-quart shallow baking dish (13 by 9 inches; not glass).
  • Cut squash to separate bulb section from solid neck section, then cut pieces lengthwise into 1/8-inch-thick slices with slicer.
  • Layer squash and spinach mixture in baking dish, using about one fifth of squash and one fourth of spinach for each layer, beginning and ending with squash. Sprinkle top layer of squash evenly with cheese and dot with remaining 2 tablespoons butter, then cover directly with a sheet of parchment or wax paper. Bake until squash is tender and filling is bubbling, 25 to 30 minutes. Remove paper and bake gratin until browned in spots, 10 to 15 minutes, or broil 3 inches from heat, 2 to 3 minutes.

SPINACH GRATIN



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This is great because it can be made up completely ahead and just bake it for 20 minutes for a terrific side dish.

Provided by Gay Gilmore

Categories     Vegetable

Time 50m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 tablespoons unsalted butter
4 cups chopped yellow onions
1/4 cup flour
1/4 teaspoon grated nutmeg
1 cup heavy cream
2 cups milk
5 (10 ounce) packages frozen chopped spinach, thawed
1 cup grated parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/2 cup grated gruyere cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425.
  • Melt the butter in sauté pan over medium heat.
  • Add the onions and sauté about 15 minutes, until translucent.
  • Add the flour and nutmeg and cook stirring, for 2 more minutes.
  • Add the cream and milk and cook until thickened.
  • Add salt and pepper.
  • Squeeze as much liquid as possible from the spinach.
  • Add the spinach to the sauce.
  • Add 1/2 cup of the cheese, mix well.
  • Transfer to a baking dish and sprinkle with the remaining cheese and gruyere on top.
  • Bake for 20 minutes until hot and bubbly.

Tips:

  • Choose fresh spinach. Fresh spinach has a more vibrant flavor and color than wilted or frozen spinach.
  • Wilt the spinach properly. Wilting the spinach removes excess moisture and makes it easier to mix with the other ingredients.
  • Use a good quality cheese. The cheese is a key ingredient in this dish, so it's important to use a good quality cheese that melts well.
  • Season the dish to taste. This dish can be seasoned with a variety of spices, such as salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
  • Serve the dish immediately. This dish is best served immediately after it is made, while it is still hot and bubbly.

Conclusion:

Creamed spinach gratin is a delicious and easy-to-make side dish that is perfect for any occasion. This dish is made with fresh spinach, cream, cheese, and bread crumbs. It is then baked until it is golden brown and bubbly. Creamed spinach gratin is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables, and it is also a crowd-pleaser. So next time you are looking for a side dish that is both delicious and healthy, give creamed spinach gratin a try.

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