Gruyere Spaghetti 🍝🧀
If you’re a fan of rich, cheesy pasta dishes, then this Gruyere Spaghetti recipe is sure to become a favorite in your kitchen. Combining the nutty flavor of Gruyere cheese with the warmth of herbs de Provence and the freshness of spinach, this dish is both comforting and gourmet. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or a cozy weekend meal, this recipe is simple to make yet packed with flavor.
Ingredients:
- 1/2 tablespoon dried breadcrumbs 🍞
- 1 tablespoon grated Parmesan 🧀
- 1/2 tablespoon olive oil 🫒
- Ground black pepper 🌶️
- 5 ounces spaghetti 🍝
- 2 tablespoons butter 🧈
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour 🌾
- 1 cup 2% milk 🥛
- 1/2 teaspoon herbs de Provence 🌿
- 1/2 teaspoon Kosher salt 🧂
- 1 cup grated Gruyere cheese 🧀
- 2 cups roughly chopped fresh spinach 🌱
Instructions:
1. Prepare the Breadcrumb Topping:
Start by bringing a pot of water to a boil. While you’re waiting, prepare the breadcrumb topping. In a small bowl, combine the breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan, olive oil, and a few pinches of ground black pepper. Mix until well combined. This topping will add a delightful crunch to your pasta.
2. Cook the Spaghetti:
Once the water is boiling, add the spaghetti and cook for about 2 minutes less than the package instructions indicate. The pasta will finish cooking in the sauce later, ensuring it absorbs all the delicious flavors.
3. Make the Sauce:
While the pasta is boiling, start on the sauce. In an oven-safe pan, melt the butter over medium heat. Once the butter becomes frothy, add the flour and stir with a spatula to combine. Cook this paste for about a minute, adjusting the heat as needed to prevent the butter from browning too quickly.
4. Add the Milk:
Switch to a whisk and slowly pour in the milk, whisking continuously. Be sure to monitor the heat to prevent the milk from boiling, which could cause the sauce to break.
5. Season the Sauce:
Stir in the herbs de Provence and kosher salt, cooking the mixture for a couple of minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
6. Melt the Gruyere:
Add the grated Gruyere cheese to the sauce and stir until it is completely melted and smooth.
7. Incorporate the Spinach:
Stir in the chopped spinach until it wilts into the sauce, adding a touch of freshness and color to the dish.
8. Combine the Pasta and Sauce:
Add the cooked spaghetti to the pan and gently stir to coat the pasta evenly in the rich, cheesy sauce.
9. Add the Topping:
Sprinkle the Parmesan breadcrumb mixture over the top of the pasta.
10. Broil for a Crispy Finish:
Turn on the broiler and place the pan under it for a couple of minutes, or until the breadcrumbs are golden and crispy. Keep a close eye on it to prevent burning.
Enjoy!
Serve this Gruyere Spaghetti immediately, garnished with extra herbs or a sprinkle of Parmesan if desired. The creamy, cheesy sauce paired with the crispy breadcrumb topping is a match made in heaven. This dish is best enjoyed fresh out of the oven when the flavors are at their peak.
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 320 Kcal per serving
This Gruyere Spaghetti recipe is not just about satisfying your hunger; it’s about enjoying the process of creating something delicious. Whether you’re cooking for family or friends, this dish is sure to impress. Happy cooking! 🍝🧀🌿
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Gruyere Spaghetti
- Total Time: 45min
- Yield: 4 1x
Ingredients
1/2 tablespoon dried breadcrumbs 🍞
1 tablespoon grated Parmesan 🧀
1/2 tablespoon olive oil 🫒
Ground black pepper 🌶️
5 ounces spaghetti 🍝
2 tablespoons butter 🧈
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour 🌾
1 cup 2% milk 🥛
1/2 teaspoon herbs de Provence 🌿
1/2 teaspoon Kosher salt 🧂
1 cup grated Gruyere cheese 🧀
2 cups roughly chopped fresh spinach 🌱
Instructions
1️⃣ Bring a pot of water to a boil. While waiting, combine the breadcrumbs, Parmesan, olive oil, and a few pinches of black pepper in a small bowl. This mixture will be used as a topping. 🔥
2️⃣ Once the water is boiling, cook the spaghetti for about 2 minutes less than the package instructions. It will finish cooking in the sauce. 🍝⏳
3️⃣ While the pasta boils, make the sauce. First, melt the butter in an oven-safe pan over medium heat. Once frothy, add the flour and stir with a spatula to combine. Cook the paste for a minute, adjusting the heat if needed to prevent the butter from browning too quickly. 🧈🍳
4️⃣ Switch to a whisk and slowly add the milk to the pan, whisking continuously. Monitor the heat to prevent the milk from boiling, which can cause the sauce to break. 🥛
5️⃣ Add the herbs de Provence and salt, cooking for a couple of minutes. 🌿🧂
6️⃣ Add the Gruyere cheese and stir until melted. 🧀
7️⃣ Add the spinach and stir until it wilts into the sauce. 🌱
8️⃣ Add the cooked spaghetti to the pan and stir to coat it in the sauce. 🍝
9️⃣ Sprinkle the Parmesan breadcrumbs over the top of the pasta. 🧀🍞
🔟 Turn on the broiler and place the pan under it for a couple of minutes, or until the breadcrumbs are crispy. 🔥
Enjoy your Gruyere Spaghetti! 🍝🧀🌿
- Prep Time: 15min
- Cook Time: 30min
Nutrition
- Calories: 320 kcal