Recipe: Spinach & Hearts
Description: Indulge in the delightful flavors of this Spinach & Hearts recipe, brought to you by lovewithrecipes.com. Each bite is a symphony of cheesy goodness and vibrant spinach, perfect for a comforting meal or a charming appetizer.
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Servings: 6
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 2 | Red bell peppers |
| 2 | Frozen chopped spinach |
| 1 | Butter |
| 1/3 | Shallot |
| 3/4 | Swiss cheese |
| 1 | Romano cheese |
| 1/2 | Nutmeg |
| 1/4 | Eggs |
| 4 | Milk |
| 1/4 | Heavy cream |
| 1/2 | Fresh ground pepper |
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 282
- Fat Content: 18.1g
- Saturated Fat Content: 9.8g
- Cholesterol Content: 171mg
- Sodium Content: 265.9mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 17.2g
- Fiber Content: 4.5g
- Sugar Content: 3.3g
- Protein Content: 14.8g
Instructions:
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Prepare Bell Peppers:
- Using a sharp knife, cut out 6 heart shapes (approximately 1 inch in size) from the red bell peppers.
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Prep Spinach:
- Thaw the frozen chopped spinach and ensure it is well-drained. Squeeze out any excess liquid.
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Preheat Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350Β°F (175Β°C).
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Prepare Custard Cups:
- Grease 6 custard cups with oil to prevent sticking.
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Assemble Cups:
- Place one bell pepper heart, skin side down, into the bottom of each custard cup.
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Cook Shallots:
- In a skillet, melt butter and sautΓ© the shallots until tender and fragrant.
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Prepare Filling:
- In a large bowl, combine the sautΓ©ed shallots with Swiss cheese, Romano cheese, breadcrumbs, and nutmeg. Add beaten eggs and mix until well combined.
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Combine Ingredients:
- Gently warm the milk and heavy cream, then gradually add them to the egg mixture, stirring until smooth.
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Incorporate Spinach:
- Stir in the thawed and drained spinach, ensuring it is evenly distributed throughout the mixture. Season with freshly ground pepper to taste.
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Fill Cups:
- Carefully pour the spinach and cheese mixture into each prepared custard cup, filling them almost to the top.
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Bake:
- Place the custard cups in a large baking pan and position it in the lower part of the preheated oven. Add about 1-2 inches of water to the bottom of the baking pan to create a water bath.
- Bake for approximately 40 minutes or until a knife inserted into the center of the spinach and cheese mixture comes out clean.
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Cool and Serve:
- Allow the cups to cool for a few minutes after removing them from the oven.
- Carefully run a sharp knife around the edges of each cup to loosen the spinach and cheese mixture.
- Invert the cups onto serving plates, allowing the heart-shaped spinach and cheese delights to gracefully release onto the plates.
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Enjoy!
- Serve these Spinach & Hearts warm as a delightful appetizer or as a satisfying side dish. Each bite is bursting with savory flavors and creamy textures, making it a perfect addition to any meal or gathering. π
