Creamed Spinach Leek Casserole

By The Canadian Living Test Kitchen (Source)

This flavourful creamed spinach casserole, with its golden crust, is deliciously traditional and has an easy make-ahead option — perfect for any large dinner.

Ingredients

• 4 bags (each 10 oz/284 g) trimmed fresh spinach
• 1/4 cup (60 mL) butter
• 2 chopped leeks, light green parts only
• 3/4 tsp (4 mL) pepper
• 1/2 tsp (2 mL) salt
• 1/4 tsp (1 mL) ground nutmeg
• 1/3 cup (75 mL) all purpose flour
• 3 cups (750 mL) milk
• 1 cup (250 mL) grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 tbsp (15 mL) Dijon mustard
• 1/2 cup (125 mL) coarse fresh bread crumbs

Preparation

In large pot of boiling water, blanch spinach, in batches, until wilted, about 20 seconds. With slotted spoon, transfer to bowl of ice water. Drain and press out water; chop finely and set aside.

In saucepan, melt butter over medium heat; cook leeks, pepper, salt and nutmeg, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 10 minutes.

Sprinkle leek mixture with flour; cook, stirring, for 2 minutes. Whisk in milk; cook, stirring often, until thick enough to coat back of spoon, about 8 minutes. Add spinach, 3/4 cup (175 mL) of the cheese and mustard; cook, stirring, until hot.

Scrape into 8-inch (2 L) square glass baking dish or gratin dish. Sprinkle with bread crumbs and remaining cheese. (Make-ahead: Let cool; cover with foil and refrigerate for up to 24 hours. Bake for about 15 minutes longer.) Bake in 375°F (190°C) oven until top is crisp and golden, about 45 minutes

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