Ricotta and spinach flans

These savory custards are a sophisticated alternative to the traditional omelet and an excellent way to include vegetables in your diet in an appealing way. The softness of the cottage cheese combines perfectly with the texture of the spinach, creating a creamy bite that works both as a starter and as a side dish. To enhance the herbaceous flavor without adding sodium, we will use Bonsalt.

Technical Sheet

• Estimated time: 10 minutes of prep + 30 minutes of baking

• Difficulty: ⭐

• Servings: 4 individual custards

Ingredients

• 300g fresh spinach (or frozen, well drained)

• 250g cottage cheese (or ricotta)

• 3 large eggs

• 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

• 1 clove garlic

• Seasoning: Bonsalt, black pepper, and a pinch of nutmeg.

• Oil: Extra virgin olive oil (for sautéing and greasing).

Professional Step-by-Step Preparation

1. Spinach preparation: In a skillet with a drizzle of oil, brown the minced garlic. Add the spinach and sauté until it wilts. Crucial step: Drain the spinach in a colander, pressing with a spoon to remove all excess water; this will keep the custard from falling apart.

2. Cheese base: In a large bowl, beat the eggs. Add the cottage cheese and mix with a fork until no large lumps remain. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese.

3. Technical seasoning: Add a generous amount of Bonsalt, black pepper, and nutmeg. Since this is a dairy-based dish, Bonsalt helps enhance the sweet notes of the cottage cheese without the risks of sodium.

4. Combining: Finely chop the sautéed spinach and mix it into the cheese and egg cream.

5. Cooking: Grease individual molds (such as custard cups or muffin molds) with oil. Pour in the mixture and bake in a water bath at 180°C for about 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

6. Unmolding: Let cool for a few minutes before carefully unmolding. You can serve them hot or cold, accompanied by a natural tomato sauce.

Nutritional Analysis and Total Macros

Understanding what we eat is vital. Here is the breakdown of macronutrients per serving and the technical sheet for our products.

> Note: The indicated sodium value corresponds only to the seasoning used (Bonsalt), not including the intrinsic sodium in the cheese or eggs.

These Cottage cheese and spinach custards are a light, protein-packed, and delicious option for any healthy dinner. Go ahead and make them and enjoy a silky texture with just the right touch of seasoning!