Name: Creamy Lamb's-Quarters Gratin
Yield: Makes 6 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 pounds lambs-quarters; 1 bunch scallions, chopped (1 1/2 cups); 1 tablespoon olive oil; Salt; freshly ground black pepper; 3 tablespoons unsalted butter; 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour; 1 cup milk, plus additional, if necessary; 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg (preferably freshly grated); 1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest; 1 cup coarse fresh breadcrumbs (coarsely ground from a baguette; see Cooks' Notes); 1/2 cup packaged pre-grated mozzarella; 1/4 cup finely grated Parmesan; 4 teaspoons olive oil

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Creamy Lamb's-Quarters GratinSharon Radisch

Lamb's-quarters is a common weed that is being rediscovered as the super-food it was reputed to be centuries ago. It goes by many names, but the most descriptive is wild spinach because that's exactly what it tastes like: Spinach, only way better! If you like creamed spinach, you'll love creamy lamb's-quarters, baked under a cheesy crumb crust.

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