Pimiento Cheese Creamed Spinach Recipe

Name: Pimiento Cheese Creamed Spinach
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 (10-oz.) packages frozen chopped spinach, thawed; 2 tablespoons unsalted butter; 1/2 medium-size yellow onion, finely chopped; 3 garlic cloves, minced; 4 ounces cream cheese, cut into small pieces and softened; 1 cup milk; 1 (8-oz.) container sour cream; 1/4 cup mayonnaise; 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard; 1 large egg, lightly beaten; 1 (4-oz.) jar diced pimiento, drained and rinsed; 2 cups (8 oz.) shredded sharp Cheddar cheese, divided; 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt; 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 1/2 cup panko (Japanese breadcrumbs); 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

Servings: persons

3 (10-oz.) packages frozen chopped spinach, thawed
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/2 medium-size yellow onion, finely chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
4 ounces cream cheese, cut into small pieces and softened
1 cup milk
1 (8-oz.) container sour cream
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 large egg, lightly beaten
1 (4-oz.) jar diced pimiento, drained and rinsed
2 cups (8 oz.) shredded sharp Cheddar cheese, divided
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup panko (Japanese breadcrumbs)
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

1
Preheat oven to 350u00b0. Drain spinach well, pressing between paper towels. Melt 2 Tbsp. butter in a large Dutch oven over medium heat. Add onion, and saute 5 minutes or until tender. Add garlic, and saute 1 minute; remove from heat.
2
Stir cream cheese into onion mixture until melted and well blended. Stir in spinach, milk, and next 3 ingredients. Stir together egg, drained pimiento, and 1 1/2 cups cheese; stir egg mixture into spinach mixture. Spoon mixture into lightly greased (with cooking spray) ramekins or a 2-qt. baking dish; sprinkle with salt and pepper.
3
Toss together panko, 2 Tbsp. melted butter, and remaining 1/2 cup Cheddar cheese; sprinkle over spinach mixture.
4
Bake at 350u00b0 for 50 minutes or until bubbly and golden.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 (10-oz.) packages frozen chopped spinach, thawed, 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, 1/2 medium-size yellow onion, finely chopped, 3 garlic cloves, minced, and more.

Yes, Pimiento Cheese Creamed Spinach 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.

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Pimiento Cheese Creamed Spinach

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