Description
Creamed Spinach Bake is a sumptuous and comforting dish that transforms ordinary spinach into a creamy, cheesy delight perfect for any occasion. This recipe features fresh or frozen spinach enveloped in a velvety cheese sauce, topped with crispy turkey bacon for an irresistible crunch. It’s an ideal side dish that can elevate holiday gatherings or casual family dinners alike. With easy preparation and customizable options, it promises to be a crowd-pleaser every time you serve it.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 1/8 cup flour
- 1 heaping 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.
- In an oven-safe skillet, melt the butter over medium heat and sauté the minced garlic until fragrant.
- Lower the heat and stir in flour to create a paste, then gradually add heavy cream and half & half until thickened.
- Mix in 1 cup of parmesan cheese until combined; adjust consistency with more cream if necessary.
- Add spinach in batches, stirring until wilted.
- Top with remaining parmesan cheese and optional seasoning blend.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown on top, then sprinkle with crispy turkey bacon before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 85mg