SPINACH ROULADE

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Having just acquired a new roulade ( swiss roll ) tin, i have been on the look out for recipes. I havent tried this yet, but want to post it before i lose it , as i brought it all the way back from England.

Provided by ChefDebs

Categories     Spinach

Time 38m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 ounces butter
2 ounces flour
1 cup milk
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
salt and pepper
8 ounces frozen spinach, thawed and well dreianed
1 ounce grated parmesan cheese
4 large eggs, seperated
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Grease a 8 X 12 " swiss roll tin and line with greaseproof paper.
  • For the Filling:.
  • Melt butter, stir in the flour, then slowly blend in the milk, and simmer until thickened.
  • Add nutmeg, and salt and pepper.
  • Chop spinach and stir into sauce.
  • For the Roulade:.
  • Whisk the egg whites until stiff, gently fold in the beaten egg yolks and salt and pepper.
  • Carefully turn into prepared tin, and level the surface.
  • Bake in a 375 deg F oven for 8 minutes until soft to touch and pale golden brown.
  • Turn out of tin onto a sheet of greaseproof paper sprinkled with the parmesan.
  • Quickly and carefully loosen the paper on the bottom of the roulade and peel off.
  • Spread evenly with the spinach mixture.
  • Roll up like a swiss roll using the paper beneath for support to keep a firm roll.
  • Serve at once.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 158.6, Fat 10.7, SaturatedFat 5.9, Cholesterol 128.4, Sodium 168.2, Carbohydrate 8.6, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 0.6, Protein 7.5

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