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Ham, Gruyere & Spinach Crepes

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First Make the Crepes * you can make these a day or two ahead just make sure to store them layered on a plate covered tightly with saran wrap. Refrigerate until ready to use, (up to 3 days).
Course Dessert, Main Course
Cuisine French
Keyword French cooking crepes dessert fancy dessert
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Servings 4
Author Savorly Dish

Ingredients

  • 2 LG Eggs
  • 1 1/4 Cups Whole Milk
  • 1 Cup Flour
  • 2 TBS EVOO
  • 1 Pinch Kosher Salt
  • 1 TBS Minced Fresh Basil
  • 2 TBS Melted Butter
  • 2 LG Shallots Minced
  • 4 Cups Packed Fresh Spinach
  • 4 OZ Shredded Gruyere Cheese
  • 8 Slices Thinly Sliced Ham
  • Salt and Black Pepper

Instructions

  • Prepare the crepe batter by placing the eggs in a bowl and gradually adding the milk; mix with a whisk, then add the flour and the melted butter. Stir until you get a smooth and homogeneous mixture, then add the salt and let it rest for 10 minutes.
  • Heat a non-stick pan with a diameter of 10 inches and, using a ladle, place a little crepe batter in the center with a rotational movement of the pan, or with the help of a spoon, spread the batter evenly over the entire bottom; cook for about 1 minute, then carefully flip the crepe with a small spatula and cook on the other side. Proceed in the same manner to make 8 crepes
  • Remove carefully from pan and layer crepes on top of one another on a plate
  • You can cover these with saran wrap and store in the refrigerator until you are ready to make the filling

Make the Crepe Filling

  • For the crepe filling, heat a 12" skillet over medium heat. Add the olive oil and shallots. Cook the shallots until translucent, about 3 minutes.
  • Add the spinach to the shallots and cook until soft, another
 3 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Remove to a covered bowl to keep warm. 

Fill the Crepes

  • Place each crepe on a clean work surface and sprinkle 1/8 of the shredded gruyere cheese over the center of the crepe.
  • Place some of the warm spinach mixture on top of the cheese, add 2 slices of ham. Close the crepe by rolling in a cannoli shape and placing seam side down on a plate. Continue until all crepes are filled.
  • Serve and Enjoy!