✔ Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
✔ If using fresh spinach: Sauté it in butter & garlic for 2 minutes until wilted.
✔ If using frozen spinach: Thaw, drain, and squeeze out excess water.
✅ Draining excess moisture prevents a watery casserole!
2️⃣ Make the Creamy Sauce
✔ In a pan, melt butter and sauté garlic for 30 seconds.
✔ Stir in heavy cream, sour cream, Dijon mustard, salt, pepper, and paprika.
✔ Let it simmer for 2 minutes, then stir in Parmesan cheese until melted.
✅ This creamy sauce coats the spinach and makes the dish extra rich!
3️⃣ Assemble the Casserole
✔ Mix the spinach with the creamy sauce.
✔ Spread the mixture into a greased 9×9-inch baking dish.
✔ Sprinkle shredded mozzarella or cheddar cheese on top.
✔ Add a breadcrumb or crushed cracker topping for crunch (optional).
✅ For a low-carb version, skip the breadcrumbs!
4️⃣ Bake to Perfection
✔ Bake for 20-25 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
✔ Broil for the last 2 minutes for a crispy, cheesy crust.
✅ Perfectly melty and packed with flavor!
