This Spinach Gratin is a heartwarming dish that’s perfect for dinner or holiday gatherings. With creamy Swiss cheese and a crispy breadcrumb topping, it’s easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. It combines rich flavors with a smooth texture, turning simple ingredients into a memorable dish for your table.
Spinach Gratin
Fresh spinach and Swiss cheese baked into a creamy gratin with a crunchy breadcrumb topping. Perfect for special occasions or a cozy dinner at home, this dish is both elegant and easy to prepare.
Ingredients
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
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Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook onion until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.
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Add salt, pepper, and thyme to the onion mixture. Stir in flour and cook for 1 minute until thickened.
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In a large pot, heat spinach on low until wilted, about 4 minutes. Turn off the heat.
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Combine wilted spinach with half-and-half, 1 cup shredded Swiss cheese, and the cooked onion mixture. Stir well.
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Transfer the mixture to a 9-inch gratin dish.
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Mix breadcrumbs with the remaining ½ cup Swiss cheese. Drizzle melted butter over the mixture and stir.
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Spread the breadcrumb topping evenly over the spinach.
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Bake uncovered for 20 minutes until the top is golden brown.
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Let cool for 5 minutes before serving.
Servings 8
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 240kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 16g25%
- Saturated Fat 9g45%
- Cholesterol 41mg14%
- Sodium 515mg22%
- Potassium 568mg17%
- Total Carbohydrate 15g5%
- Dietary Fiber 3g12%
- Sugars 2g
- Protein 11g22%
- Vitamin C 25 mg
- Calcium 301 mg
- Iron 3 mg
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
For the best results, prepare the spinach mixture a day in advance to save time. Bake it fresh with the breadcrumb topping for a crispy finish.
