Frozen spinach is a staple in our house.  I buy it in bags full of frozen spinach balls, about 2oz (60gr) each,

Most cooks have a few things that are staples; reliable foods that everyone likes and can be prepared quickly.

This has been one of our fall and winter classics for more years than I care to remember.  It goes together in minutes and is chock-a-block with healthy foods…. including the spinach.

We have it as a side dish, but with a bit of bread and a salad or omelet it can also make a light lunch.

If you have any left, cut it into squares and have it for breakfast.

This is a very versatile dish…..

Mock Spinach Soufflé  

          Preparation and cooking time: 40 minutes

Ingredients:

• 8oz (250gr) frozen spinach
• 2 eggs (substitute 3 egg whites)
• 1/2 cup plain or Greek yogurt
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan
• pinch of nutmeg
• 1 tbs olive oil

Spinach, yogurt and Parmesan combine for a flavorful side dish

 Instructions:

• Thaw spinach (use microwave, hot water or saucepan) and squeeze out excess moisture.
• In medium bowl beat eggs well,
• Add yogurt, Parmesan and nutmeg.  Mix well.
• Add spinach and mix well.
• Lightly oil a small baking dish.  (I use a 7 inch square glass baking dish.)
• Spoon in spinach and bake at 400F (200C) for 30 minutes or until set.
• Remove and serve directly from baking dish.

Looking for more recipe ideas?  Have a look at my internet ‘cook book’, Easy Gourmet Dinners.  It’s designed to let you flip the pages – like a real book.