Herb Butter Spinach Potato Bake
A comforting and savory baked dish combining potatoes, spinach, cheese, and herb butter.
Ingredients
- 4.0 medium-sized russet potatoes
- 2.0 cups fresh spinach
- 1.0 cup shredded cheese
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter
- 2.0 cloves garlic
- 1.0 tablespoon fresh rosemary
- 1.0 tablespoon fresh thyme
- 1.0 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 0.5 cup cream
- 0.25 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1.0 tablespoon fresh parsley
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a medium bowl, combine the softened butter, minced garlic, fresh rosemary, fresh thyme, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using). Mix until well combined.
- In a large baking dish (9x13 inches), arrange half of the sliced potatoes in an even layer. Spread half of the herb butter mixture over the potatoes.
- Layer the chopped spinach over the buttered potatoes, followed by half of the shredded cheese.
- Add the remaining potato slices on top, and then spread the rest of the herb butter mixture over these potatoes. Pour the cream evenly over everything, ensuring it's distributed well.
- Sprinkle the remaining shredded cheese and the grated Parmesan cheese on top of the dish.
- Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes. After 30 minutes, remove the foil and bake for an additional 20-25 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender and the top is golden and bubbly.
- Remove the dish from the oven and let it cool for 5-10 minutes. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
- Scoop out servings and enjoy this comforting, savory dish as a delightful main or a hearty side.
Notes
Optional red pepper flakes can be adjusted for desired heat level.