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This spinach and cheese casserole showcases the creaminess of the Weissbier cheese while a crunchy breadcrumb topping adds texture.
By Michelle Keith
When I was offered to review cheese from Castello’s Alp selection I was thrilled. Not only to just taste, but to create a dish that would showcase the cheese as well. My favorite dish I created was a spinach and cheese casserole that showcased the creamy nutty flavor of the cheese, and the homemade buttered breadcrumb topping yielded the perfect crunch to set off the creamy spinach.
Spinach and Cheese Bake
- Total Time: 45 mins
- Yield: 6 1x
Description
This spinach and cheese casserole showcases the creaminess of the Weissbier cheese while a crunchy breadcrumb topping adds texture.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) diced onion
- 1 tbs butter
- 2 tbs flour
- 1 cup (240 ml) milk
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) half and half
- 1 cup (240 ml) shredded Castello Alps selection Weissbier cheese
- 1 pkg frozen (10 oz / 285 g) chopped spinach thawed and well drained
- 2 tbsp Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
- salt/pepper
Topping
- 1 cup (240 ml) fresh bread crumbs
- 2 tbs melted butter
- 1 tsp parsley
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425
- Grease a shallow 2 cup baking dish, set aside
- Saute onion in butter until translucent
- Add flour, stir to coat and slowly mix in the milk and half and half
- Simmer 2 minutes
- Stir in the cheese until melted and remove from the heat.
- Add the spinach,Parmesan and red pepper flakes and mix well.
- Place the spinach into the baking dish.
For the topping
- Mix the crumbs, butter and parsley in a bowl, gently place on top of casserole.
- Bake uncovered for 25 minutes
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 25 mins
- Category: Side dish
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 200
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Castello Weissbier cheese and can I substitute a different cheese?
The article describes Castello’s Alp Selection Weissbier as a creamy cheese with a nutty flavor that melts smoothly into the béchamel base. If unavailable, a similarly creamy semi-soft cheese such as Havarti, Fontina, or a mild Gruyère would melt well and complement the spinach without overpowering it. 
Why use fresh bread crumbs rather than store-bought for the topping?
The recipe specifies 1 cup fresh bread crumbs tossed with 2 tbsp melted butter and 1 tsp parsley, placed on top before baking uncovered at 425°F for 25 minutes. The article highlights the homemade buttered breadcrumb topping as the element that creates perfect crunch against the creamy spinach — fresh crumbs absorb the butter and brown more evenly than pre-dried commercial crumbs.
