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#Sformato di spinaci

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Course Side Dish
Cuisine Italian

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl, whisk, saucepan, baking dish, oven, stovetop

Ingredients
  

  • 500 g fresh spinach or frozen, thawed and drained
  • 3 large eggs
  • 250 ml milk or dairy-free milk for a lactose-free version
  • 100 g grated Parmesan cheese or nutritional yeast for a vegan version
  • 100 g ricotta cheese or a dairy-free alternative
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Nutmeg a pinch
  • Butter or oil for greasing the baking dish

Instructions
 

  • Step 1: Prepare the Spinach
  • Blanch the Spinach: If using fresh spinach, bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add the spinach and blanch for about 2 minutes until wilted. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking. If using frozen spinach, ensure it is fully thawed and drained.
  • Chop the Spinach: Once cool, squeeze out any excess water from the spinach and chop it finely.
  • Step 2: Mix the Ingredients
  • Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 180°C (350°F).
  • Combine the Mixture: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, ricotta cheese, and half of the Parmesan cheese. Add the chopped spinach, salt, pepper, and a pinch of nutmeg. Mix until well combined.
  • Grease the Baking Dish: Lightly grease a baking dish with butter or oil.
  • Step 3: Bake
  • Pour the Mixture: Transfer the spinach mixture into the greased baking dish. Sprinkle the remaining Parmesan cheese on top for a golden crust.
  • Bake: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for about 30 minutes, or until set and lightly golden on top. The flan should spring back when gently touched.
  • Step 4: Cool and Serve
  • Cool Slightly: Allow the Sformato di Spinaci to cool for about 10 minutes before slicing. This makes it easier to serve.
  • Serve Warm or Cold: It can be enjoyed warm as a main dish or chilled as a refreshing side.
  • Variations and Tips
  • Add More Vegetables: Feel free to incorporate other vegetables like zucchini or carrots for added flavor and nutrients.
  • Cheese Substitutions: Use any cheese you prefer or have on hand, such as goat cheese or mozzarella.
  • Vegan Option: Replace eggs with flaxseed meal (1 tablespoon of flaxseed meal mixed with 2.5 tablespoons of water = 1 egg) and use plant-based cheese and milk alternatives.