Baked Spanish Spinach Balls In Roasted Bell Pepper Sauce Albond Recipe

Ingredients for Baked Spanish Spinach Balls In Roasted Bell Pepper Sauce Albond

• Frozen Spinach
• Potato
• 1 large egg
• 1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
• Fine Breadcrumbs
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• Red Bell Pepper
• Salt And Pepper

How to Make Baked Spanish Spinach Balls In Roasted Bell Pepper Sauce Albond

1. Roast the bell pepper: Preheat your broiler. Place the bell pepper directly on the broiler rack, turning frequently with tongs until the skin is completely blackened and blistered (about 15-20 minutes).
2. Steam and peel the pepper: Remove the bell pepper from the broiler and place it in a plastic bag for 10-15 minutes to steam. Once cool enough to handle, peel off the charred skin and remove the seeds and stem.
3. Make the roasted bell pepper sauce: In a food processor or blender, combine the roasted bell pepper, 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Puree until smooth. Set aside.
4. Prepare the spinach: Cook 10 oz fresh spinach in the microwave according to package directions (usually 2-3 minutes). Drain well and coarsely chop.
5. Combine ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the cooked spinach, 1 cup mashed potatoes, 1 large egg, 1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese, and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Gently mix with your hands until well combined.
6. Form the spinach balls: Grease a baking dish (approximately 8x8 inches) with 1 tablespoon olive oil. Roll the spinach mixture into 1-inch balls and place them in the prepared baking dish.
7. Bread the balls: Sprinkle the spinach balls evenly with 1/2 cup breadcrumbs.
8. Bake: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the breadcrumbs are golden brown and the spinach balls are heated through.
9. Serve: Serve the Baked Spanish Spinach Balls immediately, drizzled generously with the roasted bell pepper sauce.