Spinach Cups

备料

配料

做法

分步操作

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F).

   约 5分钟

2. 2

   Trim the crusts from the slices of bread.

   约 3分钟

   烹饪提示： Use a serrated knife for the cleanest cuts.

3. 3

   Use a rolling pin to flatten each slice of bread until it is quite thin.

   约 3分钟

4. 4

   Cut each flattened bread slice into four equal squares.

   约 2分钟

5. 5

   Lightly coat a 24-cup mini muffin tin with cooking spray.

   约 1分钟

6. 6

   Press one bread square into each cup of the muffin tin, forming a small cup shape.

   约 3分钟

   烹饪提示： Use your fingers to gently mold the bread against the sides of the tin.

7. 7

   Bake for 6-8 minutes, or until the bread cups are lightly browned and crisp. Set aside.

   约 8分钟

8. 8

   Squeeze the thawed spinach thoroughly to remove as much excess water as possible.

   约 3分钟

   烹饪提示： You can press it between paper towels or squeeze it in a clean kitchen towel for best results.

9. 9

   Melt the butter in a skillet over medium heat.

   约 1分钟

10. 10

    Add the finely chopped onion and sauté for 4-5 minutes until soft and translucent.

    约 5分钟

11. 11

    Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.

    约 1分钟

12. 12

    Add the dry spinach to the skillet, stirring to combine with the onion and heat through for 2 minutes. Remove from heat.

    约 2分钟

13. 13

    In a medium bowl, mix together the softened cream cheese, diced pimento, hot sauce, salt, and pepper until smooth.

    约 2分钟

    烹饪提示： Ensure the cream cheese is at room temperature for easier mixing.

14. 14

    Add the warm spinach mixture to the cream cheese bowl and stir until everything is well combined.

    约 1分钟

15. 15

    Spoon about two teaspoons of the spinach filling into each baked bread cup.

    约 4分钟

16. 16

    Return the filled cups to the oven and bake for 5 minutes, or until the filling is thoroughly heated.

    约 5分钟

17. 17

    Let the spinach cups cool for a few minutes before removing from the tin and serving warm.

    烹饪提示： This helps them firm up and makes them easier to handle.