Spinach Gratin

Creamy, cheesy, and irresistibly indulgent, this classic Spinach Gratin is the ultimate side dish that will elevate any meal. Fresh spinach is blanched, chopped, and folded into a luxuriously rich béchamel sauce seasoned with a hint of nutmeg for warmth and depth. Topped with a golden, crunchy breadcrumb crust infused with Gruyère and Parmesan cheeses, this gratin bakes to perfection in just 25 minutes. It's a versatile dish that pairs beautifully with roasted meats, holiday feasts, or as a standalone vegetarian entrée. Simple to prepare and bursting with flavor, this recipe is sure to become a family favorite. Perfect for special occasions or a comforting weeknight treat!

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 900 grams fresh spinach
• 45 grams butter
• 30 grams all-purpose flour
• 480 milliliters whole milk
• 120 milliliters heavy cream
• 0.25 teaspoons ground nutmeg
• 1 teaspoons salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
• 120 grams grated Gruyère cheese
• 60 grams grated Parmesan cheese
• 60 grams breadcrumbs
• 15 milliliters olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F).

Step 2

Wash the fresh spinach thoroughly to remove grit, then blanch it in boiling water for 1-2 minutes until wilted. Drain and press out excess water using a clean kitchen towel. Roughly chop the spinach and set aside.

Step 3

In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes, whisking constantly, to form a roux.

Step 4

Slowly add the milk, whisking continuously to prevent lumps, then pour in the heavy cream. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for 3-4 minutes, or until the sauce thickens.

Step 5

Season the bechamel sauce with nutmeg, salt, and black pepper. Stir in half of the Gruyère cheese and half of the Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.

Step 6

Add the chopped spinach to the saucepan with the bechamel sauce, stirring well until evenly combined.

Step 7

Transfer the spinach mixture to a greased 9x13-inch (23x33 cm) baking dish and spread it out evenly.

Step 8

In a small bowl, combine the breadcrumbs, remaining Gruyère cheese, remaining Parmesan cheese, and olive oil. Mix until the breadcrumbs are fully coated in oil.

Step 9

Sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture evenly over the top of the spinach gratin.

Step 10

Bake the dish in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the topping is golden and crispy and the gratin is bubbling around the edges.

Step 11

Remove the gratin from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1852.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2451.1

Total Fat 164.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 92.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.0g
Cholesterol 465.2mg	0%
Sodium 6293.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 126.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 25.0g	0%
Total Sugars 28.9g
Protein 105.6g	0%

Vitamin D 249.0IU	0%
Calcium 3164.6mg	0%
Iron 33.6mg	0%
Potassium 881.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 61.5%

Protein: 17.5%

Carbs: 20.9%