Spinach Dumplings with Sour Cream and Parmesan

To prepare this culinary delight, start by soaking the slices of bread in milk. It is essential that the bread absorbs the liquid well to become soft and easy to work with. After a few minutes, squeeze the slices of bread to remove the excess milk, then pass them through a meat grinder. This step will turn the bread into fine crumbs, which will contribute to the final texture of the dish. In a pan, heat a little butter and add the bread crumbs, sautéing them over medium heat, stirring constantly until they begin to take on a golden hue. This process will add a delicious flavor and a slight crunch.

Meanwhile, clean and wash the spinach well, ensuring that no impurities remain. Once the spinach is clean, put it in a blender and puree it until you get a fine paste. This step will intensify the flavor of the spinach and help integrate it into the final mixture. In a saucepan, melt a little butter and add the flour, allowing it to brown slightly. This mixture will form the base for the sauce that will bind all the ingredients together. After the flour has taken on a golden color, add the pureed spinach and continue sautéing for about 10 minutes, stirring constantly to prevent sticking.

Once the spinach is well cooked, take the saucepan off the heat and incorporate the sautéed bread crumbs. Season with salt and pepper to taste, mixing well to achieve a homogeneous composition. From this mixture, form balls of the desired size, which can be larger or smaller depending on your preferences. If you want an even crunchier texture, roll the balls in breadcrumbs, then place them in a heat-resistant dish that you have previously greased with butter and lined with breadcrumbs.

To add extra flavor, pour plenty of cream over the formed balls, ensuring that each ball is well covered. Preheat the oven to a medium temperature and place the dish inside. Leave the dish in the oven for about 15 minutes, until a delicious crust forms. Five minutes before it is ready, sprinkle grated Parmesan on top and return it to the oven so that the cheese melts and gratins beautifully. Serve the dish warm, portioned, to fully enjoy the delicious flavors, and enjoy a meal that will surely impress everyone!