Ina Garten Spinach Gratin Recipe

Looking for a warm, cheesy side dish? Try the Ina Garten Spinach Gratin Recipe. It’s creamy, full of flavor, and very easy to make.

This dish is perfect for family dinners or when guests come over. Spinach, cheese, and a little garlic come together to make a delicious meal.

It tastes fancy but is simple enough for anyone to cook. The Ina Garten Spinach Gratin Recipe has become one of my favorite sides.

It makes spinach taste so good—even kids will like it! The creamy sauce and golden cheese on top make this dish special.

If you want something tasty and easy, this is it.

What You Need (Equipment)

• Large pan
• Oven-safe baking dish
• Whisk
• Spoon
• Oven

What You Need (Ingredients)

• 2 pounds fresh spinach
• 3 tablespoons butter
• 1 small onion, chopped
• 3 garlic cloves, chopped
• 2 cups heavy cream
• 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
• Salt and pepper
• 1 1/2 cups grated Gruyère cheese
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

How to Make It (Step-by-Step)

1. Heat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Wash and dry the spinach.
3. Melt butter in a pan on medium heat.
4. Add chopped onion and cook until soft.
5. Add garlic and cook for one more minute.
6. Add spinach a little at a time. Let it wilt.
7. When all spinach is soft, turn off the heat.
8. Add cream, nutmeg, salt, and pepper. Stir well.
9. Pour the mix into a baking dish.
10. Sprinkle cheese on top.
11. Bake for 25–30 minutes until golden and bubbly.

Helpful Tips

1. Use fresh spinach for better flavor.
2. Gruyère cheese gives the best taste, but cheddar works too.
3. If you like it extra creamy, add more cream.
4. Make sure spinach isn’t watery before baking.
5. Add breadcrumbs on top for a crispy finish.

What to Serve with Ina Garten Spinach Gratin Recipe

Roast Chicken
Tastes great with creamy spinach gratin.

Garlic Mashed Potatoes
Both are soft, warm, and comforting.

Steamed Asparagus
A light veggie side that balances the rich gratin.

Final Thoughts

The Ina Garten Spinach Gratin Recipe is cheesy, creamy, and simple to make. It goes well with many meals and is sure to be a favorite at your table.

Try it once, and it’ll become part of your regular dinner menu!

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Ina Garten Spinach Gratin Recipe

Looking for a warm, cheesy side dish? Try the Ina Garten Spinach Gratin Recipe. It’s creamy, full of flavor, and very easy to make.

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 30 minutes mins

Total Time 45 minutes mins

Course Side Dish

Cuisine American

Servings 6

Calories 250 kcal

Equipment

• Large pan
• Oven-safe baking dish
• Whisk
• Spoon
• Oven

Ingredients

  

• 2 pounds fresh spinach
• 3 tablespoons butter
• 1 small onion chopped
• 3 garlic cloves chopped
• 2 cups heavy cream
• 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
• Salt and pepper
• 1 1/2 cups grated Gruyère cheese
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

 

• Heat oven to 350°F (175°C).
• Wash and dry the spinach.
• Melt butter in a pan on medium heat.
• Add chopped onion and cook until soft.
• Add garlic and cook for one more minute.
• Add spinach a little at a time. Let it wilt.
• When all spinach is soft, turn off the heat.
• Add cream, nutmeg, salt, and pepper. Stir well.
• Pour the mix into a baking dish.
• Sprinkle cheese on top.
• Bake for 25–30 minutes until golden and bubbly.

Notes

1. Use fresh spinach for better flavor.
2. Gruyère cheese gives the best taste, but cheddar works too.
3. If you like it extra creamy, add more cream.
4. Make sure spinach isn’t watery before baking.
5. Add breadcrumbs on top for a crispy finish.

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