Creamed Spinach Casserole

Ingredients

• 2 pounds fresh spinach, washed and trimmed
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 cup sour cream
• 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (for topping)
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
• 2 tablespoons olive oil or butter

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Sauté the vegetables: In a large skillet over medium heat, add the olive oil or butter. Once melted, add the chopped onion and cook for about 5 minutes until translucent. Add the minced garlic and sauté for an additional minute until fragrant.
3. Cook the spinach: Gradually add the fresh spinach to the skillet, stirring until wilted, about 3-5 minutes. If using frozen spinach, add it directly to the skillet and cook until heated through.
4. Prepare the cream mixture: In a large bowl, combine the heavy cream, sour cream, Parmesan cheese, salt, pepper, and nutmeg. Mix well until smooth.
5. Combine spinach and cream: Once the spinach is cooked, remove it from the heat and mix it into the cream mixture until all ingredients are evenly coated.
6. Transfer to baking dish: Pour the creamed spinach mixture into a greased 9x13-inch baking dish. Spread evenly.
7. Add cheese topping: Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese and breadcrumbs evenly over the top of the casserole.
8. Bake: Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and bubbly.
9. Cool and serve: Allow to cool for a few minutes before serving. This allows the casserole to set slightly for easier serving.

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