Spinach Madeline

Spinach Madeline

Spinach Madeline is a comforting side that is a spicy twist on traditional creamed spinach. Instead of just cream, the spinach is mixed with pepperjack cheese and spices, then baked to make this outstanding vegetarian side dish that pairs well with most meals!

• COURSE Side Dish
• CUISINE American
• PREP TIME 15 minutes
• COOK TIME 30 minutes
• TOTAL TIME 45 minutes
• SERVINGS 4 servings
• CALORIES 236 kcal

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1 small onion , chopped
• 2 tablespoons unbleached all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1/4 cup spinach cooking liquid
• 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
• 3/4 teaspoon celery salt
• 3/4 teaspoon garlic salt
• 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• Kosher salt , to taste
• 3/4 cup pepperjack cheese
• 12 oz. frozen chopped spinach , thawed and drained (with drained liquid reserved)
• 1/4 cup pepperjack cheese , for topping

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 425°F. Spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray, and set aside.
2. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat the olive oil.
3. When the olive oil is simmering, add the onion, stirring in the pan until it has softened.
4. Measure in the flour, and stir until the onions are coated. Cook for a few minutes until the flour begins to turn golden brown.
5. Slowly pour in the milk and spinach liquid, stirring constantly until the sauce thickens. Add the Worcestershire, celery salt and black pepper. Taste and add kosher salt if necessary.
6. Remove from the heat, and add the 3/4 cup of pepperjack cheese and the cooked, drained spinach. Stir until the ingredients have melted together, then transfer to the prepared baking dish.
7. Once the mixture is in the baking dish, sprinkle the additional pepperjack on top of the casserole, and transfer to the oven, baking for 30-40 minutes, or until the cheese is browned.
8. Serve warm, and enjoy!

Recipe Notes

1. Adapted from River Road Recipes from the Junior League of Baton Rouge.
2. This recipe is easily doubled or tripled if you're feeding a crowd, so just double/triple/quadruple the ingredients as necessary!

Nutrition Facts

• Amount Per Serving           (1 serving)
• Calories 236 Calories from Fat 153

% Daily Value*

• Total Fat 17g 26%
• Saturated Fat 6g 30%
• Cholesterol 28mg 9%
• Sodium 1116mg 47%
• Potassium 403mg 12%
• Total Carbohydrates 11g 4%
• Dietary Fiber 3g 12%
• Sugars 3g
• Protein 11g 22%
• Vitamin A 204.8%
• Vitamin C 8.1%
• Calcium 36.1%
• Iron 11.8%