Fresh Spinach Gratin

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Fresh spinach and Swiss cheese combine in this gratin that is perfect for the holidays. No more hand cramping from squeezing frozen spinach. With the exception of the breadcrumb topping, this can be done a day ahead to save time on the big day. You will just need to allow an additional 30 minutes of cook time.

Submitted by Soup Loving Nicole
Published on November 7, 2018
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Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
30 mins
Additional Time:
5 mins
Total Time:
45 mins
Servings:
8
Yield:
8 servings
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 8 servings

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

  • 1 small onion, diced

  • 1 teaspoon salt

  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper

  • ½ teaspoon dried thyme

  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour

  • 1 ½ pounds baby spinach, roughly chopped

  • 1 cup half-and-half

  • 1 ½ cups shredded Swiss cheese, divided

  • ¾ cup dry bread crumbs

  • 3 tablespoons butter, melted

Directions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).

  2. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat and cook onion until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes. Season with salt, pepper, and thyme. Sprinkle flour over onion mixture and cook until a thick paste forms, about 1 minute.

  3. Place spinach in a large soup pot and cover. Heat on low until spinach begins to wilt, about 4 minutes. Turn heat off and add half-and-half, 1 cup Swiss cheese, and the onion mixture. Stir to combine and transfer to a 9-inch gratin dish.

  4. Combine breadcrumbs and remaining 1/2 cup cheese in a bowl. Pour melted butter over the top and stir to combine. Evenly spread breadcrumb mixture over the spinach.

  5. Bake in the preheated oven uncovered for 20 minutes. Let cool for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

240 Calories
16g Fat
15g Carbs
11g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 8
Calories 240
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 16g 21%
Saturated Fat 9g 45%
Cholesterol 41mg 14%
Sodium 515mg 22%
Total Carbohydrate 15g 6%
Dietary Fiber 3g 9%
Total Sugars 2g
Protein 11g 21%
Vitamin C 25mg 28%
Calcium 301mg 23%
Iron 3mg 17%
Potassium 568mg 12%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.