Spinach, Caramelized Onion, and Muenster Au Gratin Potatoes

Vegetarian
Health score
21%
Spinach, Caramelized Onion, and Muenster Au Gratin Potatoes
105 min.
6
592kcal

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Indulge in a delightful fusion of flavors with our Spinach, Caramelized Onion, and Muenster Au Gratin Potatoes! This vegetarian masterpiece is the perfect side dish for any gathering, offering a rich and comforting profile that will leave your guests wanting more. Imagine tender red potatoes, expertly layered and baked to perfection, enveloped in a creamy sauce infused with the sweetness of caramelized onions and the earthy tones of fresh spinach.

The star of this dish is undoubtedly the Muenster cheese, which melts beautifully, forming a luscious, gooey layer that pairs perfectly with the savory undertones of garlic and the slight bitterness of the spinach. Each bite is a harmonious balance of textures and flavors, making it a heartwarming addition to your dinner table.

Ready in just 105 minutes, this au gratin recipe is not only delicious but also reasonably easy to prepare, ensuring you can focus on enjoying your time with friends and family. With each serving boasting 592 calories, this side dish is hearty enough to satisfy yet light enough to complement a variety of main courses. Treat yourself to this comforting classic that beautifully marries nutrition and indulgence!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 cup butter 
  • tablespoons flour all-purpose
  • teaspoon garlic minced
  • cup heavy cream 
  • cup milk 
  • cups muenster cheese shredded
  •  onion sliced
  •  potatoes red cubed
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • ounces spinach leaves fresh

Equipment

  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • baking pan
  • aluminum foil

Directions

  1. Preheat an oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  2. Combine the potatoes and spinach in a 9x13-inch baking dish; set aside.
  3. Melt 3 tablespoons of butter in a saucepan over medium-low heat. Stir in the onion, and cook until dark brown, about 15 minutes. Stir in the garlic and flour; cook 1 minute more. Season with salt, and stir in the milk and cream. Bring to a simmer over medium heat; cook and stir until the sauce has thickened, about 10 minutes. Stir in 3/4 of the Muenster cheese until melted, and pour over the potatoes.
  4. Cover the potatoes with aluminum foil, and bake in the preheated oven 30 minutes. Uncover, and cook 20 minutes more, then sprinkle with the remaining Muenster cheese, return to the oven, and bake until the potatoes are tender and the cheese is bubbly, about 10 minutes more.

Nutrition Facts

Calories592kcal
Protein11.91%
Fat52.26%
Carbs35.83%

Properties

Glycemic Index
46.5
Glycemic Load
3.44
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
28.7156522585%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.18mg
Isorhamnetin
0.92mg
Kaempferol
1.63mg
Myricetin
0.1mg
Quercetin
6.51mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:591.66kcal
29.58%
Fat:35.14g
54.06%
Saturated Fat:22.06g
137.9%
Carbohydrates:54.21g
18.07%
Net Carbohydrates:48.44g
17.61%
Sugar:8.1g
9%
Cholesterol:106.2mg
35.4%
Sodium:587.99mg
25.56%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:18.02g
36.04%
Vitamin K:125.43µg
119.46%
Vitamin A:3502.1IU
70.04%
Potassium:1608.28mg
45.95%
Phosphorus:437.58mg
43.76%
Calcium:406.13mg
40.61%
Vitamin C:32.81mg
39.77%
Manganese:0.68mg
33.77%
Vitamin B6:0.62mg
30.94%
Folate:113.7µg
28.43%
Magnesium:101.95mg
25.49%
Vitamin B2:0.41mg
24.19%
Fiber:5.77g
23.08%
Copper:0.44mg
22.1%
Vitamin B1:0.32mg
21.56%
Vitamin B3:3.79mg
18.96%
Iron:3.13mg
17.4%
Zinc:2.45mg
16.37%
Selenium:10.61µg
15.16%
Vitamin B12:0.85µg
14.21%
Vitamin B5:1.18mg
11.84%
Vitamin D:1.31µg
8.72%
Vitamin E:1.22mg
8.11%
Source:Allrecipes