Semolina and Spinach Gratin

A creamy baked dish combining semolina flour, spinach, and Parmesan cheese for a delicious Italian-style gratin. This comforting casserole features a golden, cheesy crust and a smooth, nutmeg-scented interior.

6 servings
1 hr 12 min

Ingredients

  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 2 cups water
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 1 cup semolina flour (pasta flour)
  • 10 ounce frozen chopped spinach
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 3 large eggs
  • ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1 to taste salt and pepper
  • cup grated Parmesan cheese

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1.

    Preheat oven to 400°F.

    5 min

  2. 2.

    Butter 11x7x2-inch glass or ceramic baking dish.

    2 min

  3. 3.

    In large saucepan, bring to a boil milk, water, butter, and salt. Reduce heat to medium. Gradually whisk in semolina flour, then whisk until mixture is thick and smooth, about 5 minutes. Whisk in spinach, Parmesan cheese, eggs, nutmeg, salt, and pepper. Pour mixture into prepared baking dish; smooth top and sprinkle with 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese.

    15 min

  4. 4.

    Bake gratin until puffed and golden, about 40 minutes. Cool 10 minutes before serving.

    50 min