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A small creamed spinach casserole in a red baking dish next to a blue napkin.
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5 from 3 votes

Small Batch Creamed Spinach

This small batch creamed spinach is baked until creamy in the center with a crisp, golden topping, making it a rich and satisfying side dish for any meal.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time25 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Diet: Vegetarian
Keyword: baked spinach, creamed spinach, spinach, spinach casserole, spinach gratin, steakhouse style creamed spinach
Servings: 2 servings
Author: Joanie Zisk

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 1 (10-ounce) package of frozen spinach
  • 2 ounces cream cheese -softened to room temperature
  • 3 tablespoons salted butter -melted
  • ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • ⅛ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • ⅛ teaspoon salt
  • ⅛ teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons seasoned breadcrumbs
  • 2 tablespoons grated or shredded Parmesan cheese
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Instructions

  • Heat oven to 350°F (177°C).
  • Thaw the Spinach: Place frozen spinach in a strainer under warm running water. Turn leaves until thawed, then squeeze out excess water.
    Other methods: Thaw overnight in the fridge or defrost in a microwave-safe bowl until thawed.
  • In a medium bowl, combine squeezed spinach with softened cream cheese. Stir until well mixed.
  • Add melted butter, cheddar cheese, nutmeg, salt, and black pepper. Stir to blend.
  • Transfer mixture to a lightly buttered 5x5-inch or 4x6-inch baking dish.
  • Sprinkle breadcrumbs and Parmesan evenly over the top. Place the dish on a rimmed baking sheet to catch spills.
  • Bake 20–25 minutes, until golden. Let cool 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • Read First: Skim the full recipe and Ingredient Notes, then gather ingredients before starting.
  • Baking Dish: Use a 4x6-inch dish (24 sq in) or a 5x5-inch dish (25 sq in) for best results, a 6x6-inch dish (thinner, cooks faster), or a 6.5-inch cast iron skillet also work.
  • Thaw & Drain Well: Squeeze out as much water as possible from the spinach to avoid a soggy casserole.
  • Soften Cream Cheese: Let cream cheese sit at room temp before mixing so it blends smoothly without lumps.
 
If doubling this recipe, bake in either two 5x5-inch baking dishes or one 6x8-inch baking dish.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 459kcal | Carbohydrates: 14g | Protein: 17g | Fat: 38g | Saturated Fat: 23g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 9g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 106mg | Sodium: 688mg | Potassium: 517mg | Fiber: 0.5g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 1208IU | Vitamin C: 0.3mg | Calcium: 251mg | Iron: 1mg

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