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How to Make Spinach Madeline - A Step-by-Step Guide

Spinach Madeline is a classic Southern dish that has been enjoyed for decades. This creamy and spicy spinach casserole is the perfect side dish for any meal, and it's guaranteed to be a hit with everyone at the table.

Originally created by the legendary Louisiana chef and cookbook author, Madeline Wright, this recipe has stood the test of time and is still a popular choice for gatherings and potlucks. The rich and flavorful combination of cheese, spinach, and just the right amount of...

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Ingredients

  • 2 teaspoons salted butter
  • ¼ cup Italian-seasoned bread crumbs
  • 1 (9 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • ¼ cup evaporated milk, or as needed
  • 2 tablespoons salted butter
  • 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons chopped onion
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • ½ cup shredded jalapeño Jack cheese
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 5 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 35 mins
  • Servings: 4

  • Melt butter in a skillet over low heat. Add bread crumbs. Cook and stir until butter is incorporated into the bread crumbs. Remove from skillet and set aside.
  • Place spinach in a microwave-safe baking dish. Add water. Cover and cook on high for 7 1/2 minutes, stirring halfway through. Drain over a measuring cup. Add enough evaporated milk to make 1/2 cup. Set aside.
  • Melt butter in the skillet. Add flour and cook, stirring continuously, until mixture turns paste-like. Add onion and cook, stirring constantly until soft and translucent, 4 to 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Slowly add milk mixture, stirring constantly. Mix in cheese, Worcestershire sauce, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Add spinach and cook until well incorporated, 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Set an oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source and preheat the oven's broiler.
  • Place spinach mixture in a small greased baking dish, top with bread crumbs, and place under the broiler until bread crumbs are golden, about 5 minutes.

    • Nutrition

    429 cal.

    • Total Fat: 30g
    • Saturated Fat: 17g
    • Cholesterol: 86mg
    • Sodium: 683mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 26g
    • Dietary Fiber: 5g
    • Total Sugars: 5g
    • Protein: 17g
    • Vitamin C: 10mg
    • Calcium: 461mg
    • Iron: 4mg
    • Potassium: 610mg

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    Appetizer recipes
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    Vegetable recipes
    Casserole recipes
    Southern recipes