Spinach and Artichoke Al Forno Recipe
This Spinach and Artichoke Al Forno Recipe brings restaurant-quality flavors to your home kitchen.
Equipment
- 9x13-inch baking dish
- Large Mixing Bowl
- Medium saucepan
- Whisk
- Wooden Spoon
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Colander
- Sharp knife
- Cutting Board
Ingredients
- 2 pounds fresh spinach chopped
- 1 can 14 oz artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 8 oz cream cheese softened
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese shredded
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1/4 cup butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Wash and chop fresh spinach thoroughly.
- Drain and chop artichoke hearts into pieces.
- Melt butter in medium saucepan over heat.
- Add minced garlic and cook one minute.
- Whisk in flour until mixture is smooth.
- Gradually add heavy cream while whisking constantly.
- Add cream cheese and stir until melted.
- Mix in Parmesan cheese until well combined.
- Season with salt, pepper, and nutmeg.
- Combine spinach and artichokes in bowl.
- Pour cheese sauce over vegetable mixture.
- Transfer everything to greased baking dish.
- Top with mozzarella cheese evenly distributed.
- Bake for 25 minutes until golden.
Notes
- Use fresh spinach for the best texture and flavor in your Spinach and Artichoke Al Forno Recipe.
- Drain vegetables well to prevent watery consistency in the final dish.
- Room temperature cream cheese mixes more easily into the sauce.
- Don't overcook the garlic to avoid bitter flavors.
- Let it rest for 5 minutes after baking for easier serving.