Spinach Custard With Hollandaise Sauce From Savannah Recipe

Indulge in a taste of Southern charm with this elegant Savannah-Style Spinach Custard! This classic recipe, adapted from the Jr. League of Savannah's 1980 cookbook "Savannah Style," features a creamy spinach custard baked to perfection and topped with a rich, homemade hollandaise sauce. A delightful and sophisticated side dish perfect for brunch, Easter, or any special occasion.

Prep Time 20 mins

Cook Time 80 mins

Calories 76.9 kcal

Protein 10g

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Ingredients for Spinach Custard With Hollandaise Sauce From Savannah

10 ounces fresh spinach, chopped
4 large eggs
Milk
hollandaise sauce (as desired for serving, or store-bought)
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup grated Gruyere cheese
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

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How to Make Spinach Custard With Hollandaise Sauce From Savannah

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a large bowl, whisk together 10 ounces fresh spinach (chopped), 1 cup heavy cream, 4 large eggs, 1/2 cup grated Gruyere cheese, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper.
Pour the mixture into a greased 8x8 inch baking dish.
Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until the custard is set and lightly golden brown. A knife inserted near the center should come out clean.
Let the custard cool slightly before serving.
Meanwhile, prepare the hollandaise sauce (recipe not included - use your favorite recipe or a store-bought alternative).
Serve the warm spinach custard topped with a generous drizzle of hollandaise sauce.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

2 g

Sugar

Fat

10g

Carbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Spinach Custard With Hollandaise Sauce From Savannah?

Spinach Custard With Hollandaise Sauce From Savannah takes about 100 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 80 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Spinach Custard With Hollandaise Sauce From Savannah?

Spinach Custard With Hollandaise Sauce From Savannah has approximately 76.9 calories per serving, with about 10 g protein, 1 g carbohydrates and 7 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Spinach Custard With Hollandaise Sauce From Savannah?

The key ingredients for Spinach Custard With Hollandaise Sauce From Savannah are Spinach, Eggs, Milk, Hollandaise Sauce, 1 cup heavy cream, 1/2 cup grated Gruyere cheese. See the full list with measurements above.