Finding Solace

Vibe: Soft, melty, herb‑rich comfort with a golden top

Why this one hits so hard

• Thin, tender roasted potatoes
• A silky garlic‑herb cream (light, not heavy)
• Wilted spinach folded in for color + nourishment
• Gruyère or Swiss melted into a golden, bubbly top
• Smells like a cabin in the woods with a cat on your lap

Ingredients

• 4 medium potatoes, thinly sliced
• 2 cups fresh spinach (or 1 cup frozen, squeezed dry)
• 1 cup milk or unsweetened plant milk
• ½ cup vegetable broth
• 1 tbsp olive oil or butter
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• ½ tsp dried rosemary
• ½ tsp salt
• ¼ tsp black pepper
• 1 cup shredded Gruyère, Swiss, or mozzarella
• Optional: a sprinkle of parmesan or nutritional yeast on top

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 375°F.
2. In a small saucepan, warm milk, broth, garlic, thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper until fragrant (don’t boil).
3. Lightly oil a casserole dish.
4. Layer half the potatoes, then half the spinach, then a small handful of cheese.
5. Repeat with the remaining potatoes, spinach, and cheese.
6. Pour the warm garlic‑herb mixture evenly over everything.
7. Cover with foil and bake 35 minutes.
8. Remove foil, add remaining cheese, and bake 15–20 minutes until golden and bubbly.
9. Let it rest 10 minutes so it sets into creamy perfection.

Sanctuary Notes

• Add caramelized onions for extra depth
• Swap spinach for kale if you want a heartier green
• A pinch of nutmeg in the cream = subtle magic
• Serve with a simple green salad or roasted cabbage wedges