Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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8
servings
1 pinch

Red Chilli flakes

0.25 cup

Onion

finely chopped

2 tbsp

Fresh cream

low fat

0.5 cup

Milk

low fat mixed with cornflour

4 cloves

Garlic

finely sliced

1 pinch

Salt

to taste

1 pinch

Black pepper powder

to taste

1 tbsp

Butter

3 cup

Spinach

finely chopped

8 slice

Whole Wheat Brown Bread

or baguette slices

0.75 cup

Mozzarella cheese

grated

Step 1
~4 min

Melt butter in a pan.

Step 2
~4 min

Add garlic and fry until aromatic and golden.

Step 3
~4 min

Add onion and toss on high for a few seconds.

Step 4
~4 min

Add spinach and toss on high flame for 2 minutes.

Step 5
~4 min

Add milk and corn flour mixture, cook until the mixture becomes slightly thick.

Step 6
~4 min

Add chili flakes and season with salt and pepper.

Step 7
~4 min

Add cream and cook on high flame until the mixture is thick and creamy, stirring to avoid burning.

Step 8
~4 min

Cool the mixture for a few minutes.

Step 9
~4 min

Preheat the oven at 180 degrees centigrade.

Step 10
~4 min

Spread a spoonful of mixture evenly on each slice of bread/baguette.

Step 11
~4 min

Top the mixture with grated mozzarella.

Step 12
~4 min

Grill in the preheated oven for 8 to 9 minutes or until the cheese has melted and the toasts are crisp.

Step 13
~4 min

Serve immediately.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a richer flavor, use a blend of cheeses.

Add a sprinkle of nutmeg for extra warmth.

Use day-old bread for a crisper toast.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

The spinach mixture can be prepared ahead of time.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side salad.

Pair with a light soup.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Tomato Soup
Green Salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Europe

Cultural Significance

Common European appetizer or snack.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Christmas
Easter

Occasion Tags

Brunch
Appetizer
Party
Weekend

Popularity Score

65/100

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