French In A Flash: Pistou-Crumbed Creamed Spinach R

Name: French In A Flash: Pistou-Crumbed Creamed Spinach Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup basil leaves; 2 cloves garlic; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 tablespoon butter, room temperature; 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese; 1 cup baguette crumbs; 6 pounds thawed frozen spinach, wrung of any excess moisture; 3 cups heavy cream; Pinch nutmeg; Salt and pepper; To make baguette crumbs, take what's left of a day-old baguette and whirl it around in the food processor until you have fine, fluffy rubble. You can use them immediately, or store them in the free…

Servings: persons

1 cup basil leaves
2 cloves garlic
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon butter, room temperature
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 cup baguette crumbs
6 pounds thawed frozen spinach, wrung of any excess moisture
3 cups heavy cream
Pinch nutmeg
Salt and pepper
To make baguette crumbs, take what's left of a day-old baguette and whirl it around in the food processor until you have fine, fluffy rubble. You can use them immediately, or store them in the freezer. I always have a bag frozen and ready for use.

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Preheat the oven to 375u00b0F.
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First, make the pistou by whirling together the basil, garlic, and olive oil in a food processor. Then add the butter, and pulse. Turn out the mixture into a bowl and add the Parmesan and baguette crumbs Rub together.
3
In a saucepan, mix together the spinach, cream, nutmeg, salt, and pepper. Heat over medium heat until just hot through, stirring often to prevent the cream from burning. Taste to be sure the mixture is adequately seasoned.
4
Butter two round cake pans, and sit them on a baking sheet. Divide the spinach in half between them, and then top each pan with half the pistou-crumb mixture.
5
Bake covered with foil for 30 minutes at 375u00b0F, then raise the heat to 425 and bake uncovered for 15 minutes, until the cream is bubbling, and the crumbs are golden.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup basil leaves, 2 cloves garlic, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 tablespoon butter, room temperature, and more.

Yes, French In A Flash: Pistou-Crumbed Creamed Spinach Recipe falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

French In A Flash: Pistou-Crumbed Creamed Spinach Recipe

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