Spinach Gratin

Ingredients

• 30 mlbutter (approx. 28 grams (metric))
• 1 smallonion (diced, approx. 125 grams (metric) / 4.4 ounces (imperial))
• 2 clovesgarlic (minced, approx. 10 grams (metric) / 0.35 ounces (imperial))
• 500 gfrozen spinach (defrosted and water squeezed out, approx. 1.1 pounds (imperial))
• 3 mlsalt (approx. 2.5 grams (metric))
• 1 mlground nutmeg (approx. 0.5 grams (metric))
• 250 mlthickened cream (250 ml (metric))
• 63 mlgrated Parmesan cheese (25 grams (metric))
• 125 mlgrated Gruyere cheese (60 grams (metric))

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 200°C (392°F).

2. 2

   Heat butter in a large, deep frying pan over medium-high heat. Add the onion and sauté for 3-5 minutes until soft and translucent. Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant. Add the spinach and season with salt and nutmeg. Cook, stirring, for 2-3 minutes, then add the cream and bring to a simmer. As soon as the mixture is simmering add half the Parmesan and half the Gruyere cheeses.

3. 3

   Remove from the heat and spoon the mixture into one casserole dish or six individual ramekins. Top with the remaining cheese.

4. 4

   Bake for 15-20 minutes until browned and bubbly.

5. 5

   Serve immediately.