Spinach and Bechamel Gratin Recipe

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Spinach and Bechamel Gratin
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Directions:

  1. Set oven to 375 degrees.
  2. Lightly butter a 9-inch baking dish (or similar size oval casserole dish).
  3. Hand-squeeze the spinach as dry as possible.
  4. Melt 3 tablespoons butter in a heavy medium skillet over medium heat; add in the spinach and saute for about 3 minutes.
  5. Season spinach with salt and pepper.
  6. Spread the spinach evenly into the prepared baking dish.
  7. Melt the remaining 3 tablespoons butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat; add in flour and whisk for 2 minutes (do not allow the mixture to turn brown).
  8. Gradually add in the whipping cream and milk whisking until the mixture is smooth; cook until the sauce is thick, whisking frequently (about 5-6 minutes).
  9. Season sauce with nutmeg and cayenne, then add/mix in about 1/3 cup grated parmesan cheese (or use any kind of cheese desired).
  10. Spoon the sauce over the spinach, then sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese over the sauce (can use more if desired).
  11. Bake for about 15 minutes or until the cheese is golden and bubbly.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 218.04 Kcal (913 kJ)
Calories from fat 164.9 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 18.32g 28%
Cholesterol 49.59mg 17%
Sodium 391.09mg 16%
Potassium 117.64mg 3%
Total Carbs 5.6g 2%
Sugars 1.36g 5%
Dietary Fiber 0.79g 3%
Protein 8.59g 17%
Vitamin C 1mg 2%
Vitamin A 0.3mg 9%
Iron 0.7mg 4%
Calcium 282.4mg 28%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 272.45 Kcal (1141 kJ)
Calories from fat 206.06 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 22.9g 28%
Cholesterol 61.96mg 17%
Sodium 488.7mg 16%
Potassium 147mg 3%
Total Carbs 6.99g 2%
Sugars 1.7g 5%
Dietary Fiber 0.99g 3%
Protein 10.73g 17%
Vitamin C 1.2mg 2%
Vitamin A 0.3mg 9%
Iron 0.8mg 4%
Calcium 352.8mg 28%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Weightwatchers Points

  • 5.7
    Points
  • 6
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • saturated fat free

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