Description
Indulge in the creamy goodness of our Creamed Spinach Bake, a delightful side dish that brings rich flavors and a cheesy crust to your dining table. This versatile recipe is perfect for both casual dinners and festive gatherings, easily accommodating fresh or frozen spinach. With its indulgent texture and savory topping, this baked dish is sure to impress guests and family alike. Whether paired with grilled chicken or served alongside roasted beef, it elevates any meal with its comforting taste. Plus, it’s quick to prepare, making it an easy go-to option for busy cooks.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 1/8 cup flour
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1.5 cups half & half
- 3/4 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups Parmesan cheese (divided)
- 16 ounces fresh spinach leaves (or 1 box frozen leaf spinach)
- 5 strips crispy turkey bacon (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F.
- Melt butter in an oven-safe skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Stir in flour until combined, then lower heat and add heavy cream and half & half, stirring until thickened.
- Mix in 1 cup of Parmesan cheese. Add spinach gradually, stirring until wilted.
- Top with remaining Parmesan cheese and optional seasoning blend.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
- Finish with crispy diced turkey bacon before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (120g)
- Calories: 295
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 410mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 13g
- Cholesterol: 65mg