Spinach Timbales With Spicy Pear Sauce

Submitted by Norahs Girl

"These make a pretty side dish to have at a dinner party with grilled or baked fish. I've also served them as a starter too."

 

• Ready In: 40mins
• Ingredients: 9
• Yields: 4 Timbales

ingredients

• 1 lb spinach, cooked until tender and refreshed under cold water, drained
• 3 eggs
• 1⁄2 cup single cream
• 1 pinch ground nutmeg
• fresh ground pepper

• SPICY PEAR SAUCE

• 2 ripe pears, peeled, cored and chopped
• 2 tablespoons cream
• 1⁄2 teaspoon chili sauce
• 1 pinch ground nutmeg

directions

1. Puree spinach in a food processor until smooth.
2. Add eggs, cream, nutmeg and pepper to taste and process until all is well combined.
3. Spoon mixture in to 4 greased 1/2 cup timbale moulds; cover with foil and place in a bain marie.
4. Bake at 350°F (180°C) for about 35-40 minutes until set.
5. Remove from bain marie and let settle for a little while before turning out.
6. For the sauce, place all the ingredients in a food processor and whiz until combined.
7. Place in a small pan and heat gently until warmed through.
8. Serve with timbales.