Valentine Spinach Timbales Recipe

Name: Valentine Spinach Timbales
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 (1 inch) pieces sweet red peppers, cut into heart shaped (use hot red pepper if yopu want to dump him/her); 1 34 ounces spinach, steamed,drain,squeeze dry and chop; 1 tablespoon butter or 1 tablespoon margarine; ¼ cup onion, chopped; ½ cup swiss cheese; ⅓ cup fresh breadcrumb; ¼ teaspoon nutmeg; 1 dash cayenne; 3 eggs, beaten until blended; ¼ cup milk; ¼ cup cream (whipping or coffee cream)

Servings: persons

6 (1 inch) pieces sweet red peppers, cut into heart shaped (use hot red pepper if yopu want to dump him/her)
1 34 ounces spinach, steamed,drain,squeeze dry and chop
1 tablespoon butter or 1 tablespoon margarine
¼ cup onion, chopped
½ cup swiss cheese
⅓ cup fresh breadcrumb
¼ teaspoon nutmeg
1 dash cayenne
3 eggs, beaten until blended
¼ cup milk
¼ cup cream (whipping or coffee cream)

1
Heat oven to 350f with rack in lower 1/3 of the oven.
2
Lightly oil six Timbale molds or custard cups that will hold 1/2 cup.
3
Place pimiento heart in the bottom of each, shiny side down.
4
Melt butter in a skillet, medium heat, add onions cook about 5 minor until tender.
5
Transfer onions to a bowl and stir in the cheese,breadcrumbs, nutmeg and cayenne.
6
Add eggs, mix well.
7
Warm the milk& cream in a small saucepan over low heat (have it just warm).
8
Slowly beat milk into the egg mixture.
9
Stir in the spinach.
10
Season to Taste.
11
Spoon into the prepared molds.
12
Place molds in an ovenproof dish and add water to come 1/2 way up ther sides of the molds.
13
Bake about 35-40 minutes or until a knife comes out clean when inserted in the middle.
14
Remove from water bath and let stand 5 minutes.
15
Invert onto each plate being care ful when removing the timbale not to break it.
16
Serve immediately with your favorite Valentines dinner.

308

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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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 (1 inch) pieces sweet red peppers, cut into heart shaped (use hot red pepper if yopu want to dump him/her), 1 34 ounces spinach, steamed,drain,squeeze dry and chop, 1 tablespoon butter or 1 tablespoon margarine, ¼ cup onion, chopped, and more.

Yes, Valentine Spinach Timbales 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!

Valentine Spinach Timbales

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Variations & substitutions

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