Prawn & Spinach Bake

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Servings: 2 Difficulty: Intermediate
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A creamy, comforting casserole featuring succulent prawns, tender potatoes, and wilted spinach in a rich white sauce.
Prawn & Spinach Bake (Marguerite Patten recipe image

This classic Marguerite Patten-inspired bake is a comforting dish that balances the sweetness of prawns with earthy spinach and creamy potatoes. The white sauce, enriched with nutmeg and butter, binds the ingredients into a cohesive, velvety texture. It’s an elegant yet simple meal perfect for a cozy dinner or when you need to impress guests without spending hours in the kitchen. The combination of seafood and leafy greens offers a nutritious balance, while the baked topping adds a delightful crust. Serve with crusty bread to soak up every drop of the delicious sauce.

Prawn & Spinach Bake (Marguerite Patten recipe image
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Prawn & Spinach Bake

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 2 Calories: 154.0

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This classic Marguerite Patten-inspired bake is a comforting dish that balances the sweetness of prawns with earthy spinach and creamy potatoes. The white sauce, enriched with nutmeg and butter, binds the ingredients into a cohesive, velvety texture. It&# 226;ÂÂs an elegant yet simple meal perfect for a cozy dinner or when you need to impress guests without spending hours in the kitchen. The combination of seafood and leafy greens offers a nutritious balance, while the baked topping adds a delightful crust. Serve with crusty bread to soak up every drop of the delicious sauce.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400ðF (200ðC) and grease a small baking dish.
  2. Boil the peeled potatoes in salted water until tender, then drain and mash them with a fork or masher.
  3. In a saucepan, melt the butter or margarine over medium heat and sauté the peeled garlic clove until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  4. Add the fresh spinach to the pan and cook until wilted, stirring occasionally.
  5. Stir in a little flour if needed to thicken the butter, then gradually whisk in milk to create a smooth white sauce, seasoning with salt, pepper, and nutmeg.
  6. Fold the cooked prawns and wilted spinach into the white sauce gently.
  7. Spread the mashed potatoes over the bottom of the baking dish, then pour the prawn and spinach mixture on top.
  8. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes until the top is golden brown and the sauce is bubbling.
  9. Let stand for 5 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to settle.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 2

Amount Per Serving
Calories 154.0kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0.2g1%
Saturated Fat 0.0g0%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 12.0mg1%
Total Carbohydrate 34.0g12%
Dietary Fiber 4.4g18%
Sugars 1.6g
Protein 4.0g8%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: prawn, shrimp, spinach, potatoes, bake, casserole, creamy, white sauce, nutmeg, butter, garlic, marguerite patten, seafood, dinner, comfort food, easy recipe, vegetables, main course
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