Spinach Gratin
Kitchen Corner
May 5, 2015
Spinach Gratin

You will need:

3 pounds chopped spinach (frozen or fresh)

4 tbsp (1/ 2 stick) unsalted butter

1 chopped onion

1/ 4 cup flour

1/ 4 tsp grated nutmeg

1 cup heavy cream

2 cups milk

1 cup grated parmesan cheese

1 tbsp salt

1/ 2 tsp black pepper

1/ 2 cheese (cheddar or mild cheddar){{more}}

Method:

Transfer your spinach to a large baking dish or bowl. Set aside. Preheat the oven to 425F. Melt the butter in a heavy-bottomed sauté pan over medium heat.

Add the onions, and sauté 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 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 baking dish, sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup parmesan and other cheese on top. Bake for 20 minutes until hot and bubbly, Serve hot.