Description
This spinach and cheese casserole is the ultimate comfort food, combining rich and creamy cheeses with the nutritional goodness of spinach. It's perfect as a hearty meal or a tasty side dish for any gathering. The golden, cheesy top and savory filling will satisfy your taste buds and keep you coming back for more.
Ingredients
4 cups fresh spinach, chopped
1/2 cup ricotta cheese
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 large eggs
1/2 cup heavy cream
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
Salt and pepper to taste
1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped spinach and sauté for 2-3 minutes until it's wilted.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, ricotta cheese, heavy cream, garlic powder, nutmeg, salt, and pepper.
- Stir in the shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan cheeses. Once well combined, fold in the sautéed spinach mixture.
- Transfer the mixture into a greased casserole dish and smooth the top with a spatula.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the top is golden and the casserole is set in the center.
- Let the casserole cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
This recipe is naturally gluten-free, but double-check that the cheeses you use are free of any additives that may contain gluten.
If you want a creamier casserole, you can add more heavy cream or even a bit of sour cream for extra richness.
If using frozen spinach, make sure to thaw and drain it well to remove excess moisture.
Feel free to experiment with adding sautéed mushrooms, onions, or bell peppers for extra flavor.
If you're in the mood for a little heat, try adding a pinch of red pepper flakes or cayenne pepper.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Dish, Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 17g
- Cholesterol: 105mg
