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Small Batch Creamed Spinach

Make small batch creamed spinach with frozen spinach, cream cheese, and cheddar, baked under a Parmesan crumb topping. A rich side for one or two.

Small Batch Creamed Spinach

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Frozen spinach baked with cream cheese, cheddar, and butter under a crisp Parmesan crumb topping. Makes two servings.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time25 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
CourseSide Dish
CuisineAmerican
Servings2 servings
Calories458

Ingredients
  

  • 1 (10-ounce) package frozen spinach
  • 2 ounces cream cheese room-temperature softened
  • 3 tablespoons salted butter melted
  • ½ cup shredded cheddar
  • ⅛ teaspoon nutmeg
  • ⅛ teaspoon salt
  • ⅛ teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons seasoned breadcrumbs
  • 2 tablespoons grated or shredded Parmesan

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • baking sheet

Directions
 

  1. Heat the oven to 350°F. Thaw the spinach completely and squeeze out as much water as you can.
  2. Stir the spinach and cream cheese together, then mix in the melted butter, cheddar, nutmeg, salt, and pepper.
  3. Spread it in a lightly buttered 4×6-inch or 5-inch square baking dish. Sprinkle the breadcrumbs and Parmesan over the top.
  4. Set the dish on a rimmed baking sheet and bake for 20 to 25 minutes, until golden. Let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 233g | Calories: 458kcal | Carbohydrates: 14g | Protein: 16g | Fat: 39g | Saturated Fat: 23g | Trans Fat: 1.1g | Cholesterol: 107mg | Sodium: 814mg | Potassium: 580mg | Fiber: 4.5g | Sugar: 2.6g | Vitamin A: 17875IU | Vitamin C: 7.8mg | Calcium: 477mg | Iron: 3.1mg

Nutrition is an estimate per serving from USDA FoodData Central, for 2 servings; seasoned breadcrumbs counted as dry bread crumbs, grated or shredded Parmesan (the first choice counted). Brands and portions vary, so use it only as an approximation.