Best 6 Spinach Souffle Side Dish Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary masterpiece with our delectable spinach souffle, a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. This light and airy dish is a perfect accompaniment to any main course, offering a delightful balance of textures and flavors. Prepared with fresh spinach, creamy cheese, and a hint of nutmeg, this souffle will elevate your meal to a gourmet experience. Whether you're seeking a sophisticated side dish for a special occasion or a comforting addition to your everyday meals, our spinach souffle, along with variations like the classic cheese souffle and a hearty mushroom souffle, promises to impress. Embark on a culinary journey and discover the perfect souffle recipe to complement your next culinary creation.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

SPINACH SOUFFLE RECIPE



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An updated favorite from my childhood, this easy spinach souffle is perfect for the holidays!

Provided by Liz Berg

Categories     Sides

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 7

6 eggs, beaten
2 tablespoons butter, cubed
8 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, cubed (I use Kraft sharp cheddar)
24 ounces cream style, small curd cottage cheese (or "old fashioned" cottage cheese)
2 10-ounce packages frozen, chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
2 tablespoons flour
1 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350º. Grease 9 x 13 or comparable casserole dish.
  • Combine all ingredients and pour into prepared dish. Bake 30-45 minutes or till middle is set.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 545 calories, Carbohydrate 9 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 280 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 50 grams fat, Fiber 2 grams fiber, Protein 18 grams protein, SaturatedFat 30 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 1, Sodium 653 milligrams sodium, Sugar 4 grams sugar, TransFat 2 grams trans fat, UnsaturatedFat 16 grams unsaturated fat

SPINACH SOUFFLE



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Nothing to worry about here, folks: This souffle is the opposite of fussy. Right out of the oven it's gloriously light and airy like a souffle should be, but as it deflates it becomes rich and decadent -- meaning that even if your souffle collapses, it's still going to be amazing.

Provided by Food Network

Time 1h10m

Yield 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

Two 10-ounce packages chopped frozen spinach, thawed
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 1/2 cups milk
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
3 large eggs, separated
1/8 teaspoon cream of tartar
1/2 cup shredded Parmesan
1 cup grated Pecorino-Romano
Nonstick cooking spray or additional softened butter, for the souffle dish

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
  • Place the spinach in a colander to drain, pressing out as much excess liquid as you can.
  • Make the bechamel sauce: Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat; add the flour and stir until it becomes a thick paste. Add the milk 1/2 cup at a time, whisking well after each addition, until you have a smooth sauce. Remove from the heat and whisk in the salt, nutmeg and pepper. Taste for seasoning. Set aside to cool slightly.
  • Beat the egg whites until just frothy with an electric mixer. Add the cream of tartar and beat on high speed until it forms firm peaks. Set aside.
  • Whisk the egg yolks in a large bowl until they are pale yellow, then add the warm bechamel sauce a bit at a time. Switch to a large rubber spatula; gently mix in the spinach, Parmesan and 1/2 cup Romano. Fold in a third of the egg whites to lighten, then gently fold in the remaining egg whites until thoroughly combined but still light and fluffy.
  • Lightly grease a 2-quart souffle dish with cooking spray or softened butter, then add the remaining 1/2 cup Romano and rotate the dish to coat the bottom and sides with the cheese. Pour in the souffle batter, then bake until puffy and golden brown, 25 to 30 minutes. Serve immediately.

CLASSIC FRENCH SPINACH SOUFFLé



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Classic French spinach soufflé is easier to make than you might think, and can be made as one large dish or four to six individual dishes.

Provided by Rebecca Franklin

Categories     Brunch     Dinner     Entree     Lunch     Side Dish

Time 1h5m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

5 1/2 tablespoons butter (softened, divided )
3 tablespoons freshly grated Parmesan cheese
1 pound (about 10 cups) stemmed and chopped spinach
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup whole milk (room temperature)
1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/8 teaspoon grated nutmeg
3 eggs (room temperature, separated )

Steps:

  • Gather the ingredients. Preheat the oven to 375 F.
  • Brush the inside of a 4 to 6-cup soufflé or deep casserole dish with 1 1/2 tablespoons of the softened butter , or grease six (5 to 6-ounce) individual ramekins, dividing the butter evenly. Sprinkle the buttered surface evenly with the grated Parmesan cheese. Set aside while you prepare the filling.
  • Heat a large saucepan over low heat and add the chopped spinach. Sauté until it wilts and the juices have evaporated; keep a close eye on it as the spinach can burn. Let cool, then squeeze out excess liquid. Set aside.
  • In a separate medium saucepan, melt the remaining butter over medium heat and stir in the flour and salt with a wooden spoon. Cook for 30 seconds, mixing constantly, to cook down the flour.
  • Add the milk while whisking vigorously and cook for about 4 minutes, until the mixture thickens.
  • Add the cooked spinach to the white sauce and continue cooking over medium heat for 1 minute. Season the mixture with black pepper, nutmeg, and more salt if needed.
  • Place the egg yolks in a bowl and whisk in 1/2 cup of the hot spinach mixture to temper it.
  • Add the egg yolk mixture to the pan, stirring to completely incorporate; remove from the heat. Do not overheat the mixture or you risk it separating; if this happens, unfortunately, there is no way to fix it.
  • In a scrupulously clean bowl, beat the egg whites on high speed until stiff peaks form.
  • Gently stir 1/3 of the egg whites into the spinach mixture.
  • Then fold the remaining egg whites into the mixture.
  • Spoon the mixture into the prepared dish(es) and bake for 30 minutes, until the soufflé is puffed up and cooked through. A single souffle may take a few minutes longer.
  • Serve immediately and enjoy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 192 kcal, Carbohydrate 7 g, Cholesterol 127 mg, Fiber 2 g, Protein 8 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, Sodium 264 mg, Sugar 2 g, Fat 15 g, ServingSize Serves 6, UnsaturatedFat 0 g

SPINACH AND CHEDDAR SOUFFLE



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Provided by Ina Garten

Time 40m

Yield 2 to 3 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 tablespoons unsalted butter, plus extra for greasing the dish
1/4 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese, plus extra for sprinkling
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 cup scalded milk
1/4 teaspoon of nutmeg
Pinch of cayenne pepper
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
4 extra-large egg yolks, at room-temperature
1/2 cup grated aged Cheddar cheese, lightly packed
1 package frozen chopped spinach, defrosted and squeezed dry
5 extra-large egg whites, at room temperature
1/8 teaspoon cream of tartar

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Butter the inside of a 6 to 8-cup souffle dish (6 1/2 to 7 1/2 inches in diameter by 3 1/2 inches deep) and sprinkle evenly with Parmesan.
  • Melt the butter in a small saucepan over low heat. With a wooden spoon, stir in the flour and cook, stirring constantly, for 2 minutes. Off the heat, whisk in the hot milk, the nutmeg, cayenne, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Cook over low heat, whisking constantly, for 1 minute, until smooth and thick.
  • Off the heat, while still hot, whisk in the egg yolks, one at a time. Stir in the Cheddar, 1/4 cup of Parmesan and the spinach and transfer to a large mixing bowl.
  • Put the egg whites, cream of tartar, and a pinch of salt in the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the whisk attachment. Beat on low speed for 1 minute, on medium speed for 1 minute, then finally on high speed until they form firm, glossy peaks.
  • Whisk one quarter of the egg whites into the cheese sauce to lighten and then fold in the rest. Pour into the souffle dish, then smooth the top. Draw a large circle on top with the spatula to help the souffle rise evenly, and place in the middle of the oven. Turn the temperature down to 375 degrees F. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes (don't peek!) until puffed and brown. Serve immediately.

EASY SPINACH SOUFFLE



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This is a tasty and quick side dish--ready in just minutes. Note, this is a 'lite' souffle--for a more traditional souffle, double the sauce ingredients.

Provided by Jennifer

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Greens

Time 25m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 egg
⅓ cup 1% milk
⅓ cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon crushed garlic
salt and pepper to taste
2 (10 ounce) packages frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • In a medium bowl whisk together egg, milk, cheese, garlic, salt and pepper. Fold in spinach. Place in a small casserole dish.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until lightly set.
  • NOTE: If you are in a hurry, use a microwave safe casserole dish, cover with plastic wrap, and cook on high for 3 minutes. Release the steam, recover, and cook on high for another 3 minutes. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 89.3 calories, Carbohydrate 6.8 g, Cholesterol 43.9 mg, Fat 4.1 g, Fiber 4.2 g, Protein 9 g, SaturatedFat 1.6 g, Sodium 489 mg, Sugar 1.5 g

SPINACH SOUFFLé WITH ROASTED RED PEPPER SAUCE



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Categories     Food Processor     Cheese     Egg     Bake     Vegetarian     Spinach     Bell Pepper     Winter     Swiss Cheese     Bon Appétit

Yield Serves 2; can be doubled

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 10-ounce package frozen creamed spinach, thawed
3/4 cup coarsely grated Swiss cheese (about 3 ounces)
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
2 large egg yolks
3 large egg whites
1 7.25-ounce jar roasted red peppers, drained well, 1 tablespoon of juices reserved
1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
1 large shallot, coarsely chopped

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°F. Butter 9-inch-diameter glass pie dish. Blend creamed spinach, grated Swiss cheese, salt and pepper in medium bowl; whisk in egg yolks. Using electric mixer, beat egg whites in large bowl until stiff but not dry; fold into spinach mixture. Gently transfer to prepared dish.
  • Bake soufflé until beginning to color at edges and center is puffed and softly set, about 18 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, purée half of roasted red peppers, 1 tablespoon reserved red pepper juices and balsamic vinegar in processor until almost smooth. Add remaining roasted red peppers and shallot and chop, using on/off turns, until chunky purée forms. Transfer sauce to small saucepan. Stir over medium heat until warmed through; season to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Spoon soufflé onto plates. Serve, passing sauce separately.

Tips:

  • Use fresh spinach for the best flavor and texture.
  • Squeeze the spinach dry before adding it to the mixture to prevent the souffle from being too watery.
  • Don't overbeat the egg whites; stiff peaks are not necessary.
  • Bake the souffle immediately after assembling it to prevent it from deflating.
  • Serve the souffle with a simple sauce or garnish, such as grated Parmesan cheese, hollandaise sauce, or a fresh herb salad.

Conclusion:

Spinach souffle is a delicious and versatile side dish that can be served with a variety of main courses. It is also a good source of vitamins and minerals, making it a healthy choice for your next meal. With its light and fluffy texture and cheesy flavor, spinach souffle is sure to be a hit with everyone at your table.

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