Gruyere Spinach Casserole Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a casserole dish.
• STEP 2.In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and diced onions, and sauté until onions are translucent.
• STEP 3.Add fresh spinach to the skillet and cook until wilted. Remove from heat and set aside.
• STEP 4.In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour until smooth and cook for 1 minute.
• STEP 5.Slowly whisk in milk and bring to a simmer. Cook until thickened, stirring constantly.
• STEP 6.Remove from heat and stir in grated Gruyere cheese until melted. Beat in eggs one at a time.
• STEP 7.Add the cooked spinach mixture to the saucepan and stir until well combined.
• STEP 8.Transfer the mixture to the greased casserole dish and spread it evenly.
• STEP 9.In a small bowl, combine breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, and melted butter. Sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture over the casserole.
• STEP 10.Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden and the casserole is heated through.
• STEP 11.Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
• STEP 12.Serve the Gruyere Spinach Casserole as a side dish or a main course. It pairs well with roasted chicken or grilled steak.
• STEP 13.Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven or microwave before serving.

Cooking Tips

• Make sure to thoroughly squeeze out any excess moisture from the cooked spinach to prevent the casserole from becoming watery.
• For a crispy breadcrumb topping, you can broil the casserole for a few minutes after baking.
• Feel free to add other ingredients such as cooked bacon or mushrooms for extra flavor.
• If you don't have Gruyere cheese, you can substitute it with Swiss cheese or another type of melting cheese.

Storage and Serving

• Serve the Gruyere Spinach Casserole hot or warm.
• Garnish with fresh parsley or grated Parmesan cheese before serving, if desired.
• This casserole can be served as a side dish with roasted chicken, grilled steak, or as a main course with a side salad.
• Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven or microwave before serving.