Scalloped Potatoes With Spinach And Cheese

Health score
20%
Scalloped Potatoes With Spinach And Cheese
45 min.
8
213kcal

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Are you ready to elevate your side dish game? Look no further than these delightful Scalloped Potatoes with Spinach and Cheese! This recipe is a perfect harmony of creamy, cheesy goodness, paired beautifully with layers of tender Yukon Gold potatoes and nutrient-rich spinach. Not only is this dish satisfying to the taste buds, but it's also a healthier option, clocking in at just 213 calories per serving while serving up a hearty dose of flavor.

Imagine a golden, bubbling casserole emerging from the oven, with each layer revealing a surprising blend of textures and tastes. The sweet onion caramelizes beautifully in a buttery sauce, while hints of nutmeg give the dish a warm depth. Toss in some reduced-fat cheddar and a sprinkle of Parmesan, and you've created a standout dish that's perfect for family gatherings, potlucks, or a cozy weeknight dinner.

This Scalloped Potatoes recipe is not only delicious, but it's also quick to prepare – ready in just 45 minutes! With minimal cleanup and simple steps, you don't have to be a gourmet chef to impress your guests. So grab your apron and get ready to indulge in this comforting and delectable side dish that everyone will be asking for seconds of!

Ingredients

  • teaspoons butter 
  • cup less-sodium chicken broth fat-free
  • tablespoons flour all-purpose
  • 1.3 cups milk 1% low-fat
  • Dash nutmeg 
  • tablespoons parmesan cheese grated
  • 0.1 teaspoon pepper 
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • ounces sharp cheddar cheese shredded reduced-fat
  • 10 ounce pkt spinach frozen dry thawed chopped
  • cups vidalia sweet sliced
  • pounds yukon gold potatoes peeled cut into 1/8-inch slices

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • whisk
  • baking pan
  • wooden spoon

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 45
  2. Place potato slices in a large saucepan, and cover with water. Bring to a boil; reduce heat, and simmer, uncovered, 6 minutes or until tender.
  3. Drain well; set aside
  4. Combine milk and next 5 ingredients in a medium bowl, stirring with a whisk until blended.
  5. Melt butter in a large nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray over medium-high heat.
  6. Add onion; saut 7 minutes or until golden. Reduce heat to medium. Gradually add milk mixture, stirring with a whisk until blended. Cook 5 minutes or until thick and bubbly; stirring constantly with a wooden spoon.
  7. Add cheese, stirring until cheese melts.
  8. Remove from heat.
  9. Arrange half of potato slices in an 11 x 7- inch baking dish coated with cooking spray. Top with half of spinach and half of cheese sauce. Repeat with remaining potato, spinach, and sauce.
  10. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
  11. Bake at 450 for 15 to 18 minutes or until golden and bubbly.

Nutrition Facts

Calories213kcal
Protein17.31%
Fat29.49%
Carbs53.2%

Properties

Glycemic Index
42.22
Glycemic Load
16.18
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
21.566521893377%

Flavonoids

Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.03mg
Kaempferol
1.36mg
Myricetin
0.46mg
Quercetin
6.6mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:213.05kcal
10.65%
Fat:7.17g
11.03%
Saturated Fat:3.95g
24.66%
Carbohydrates:29.08g
9.69%
Net Carbohydrates:25.09g
9.12%
Sugar:5.09g
5.65%
Cholesterol:20.34mg
6.78%
Sodium:445.64mg
19.38%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:9.47g
18.93%
Vitamin K:134.66µg
128.24%
Vitamin A:4420.06IU
88.4%
Vitamin C:26.21mg
31.77%
Manganese:0.49mg
24.39%
Vitamin B6:0.49mg
24.32%
Calcium:232.89mg
23.29%
Folate:88.12µg
22.03%
Phosphorus:214.36mg
21.44%
Potassium:733.32mg
20.95%
Magnesium:66.38mg
16.6%
Fiber:3.99g
15.97%
Vitamin B2:0.26mg
15.57%
Selenium:9.7µg
13.86%
Vitamin B1:0.19mg
12.71%
Copper:0.21mg
10.65%
Iron:1.87mg
10.38%
Zinc:1.37mg
9.13%
Vitamin B3:1.81mg
9.03%
Vitamin E:1.2mg
8.01%
Vitamin B12:0.46µg
7.66%
Vitamin B5:0.65mg
6.54%
Vitamin D:0.5µg
3.33%
Source:My Recipes