Spinach And Cheese Casserole Recipe

This creamy, dreamy Spinach and Cheese Casserole tastes just like a quiche, but without the crust! Inspired by a recipe from American Profile magazine, this comforting dish is a family favorite. It's incredibly easy to make and perfect for a weeknight dinner or a weekend brunch. Get ready for cheesy, spinachy goodness!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 75 mins
Calories 486.5 kcal
Protein 60g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Spinach And Cheese Casserole

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How to Make Spinach And Cheese Casserole

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Lightly grease a 13 x 9 inch baking dish with cooking spray or 1 tablespoon of butter.
  3. Squeeze excess water from 10 ounces (280g) of fresh spinach. Chop roughly.
  4. Sauté 1/2 medium yellow onion, chopped, and 2 cloves garlic, minced, in 2 tablespoons of melted butter until the onion is translucent (about 5 minutes).
  5. In a large bowl, whisk together 4 large eggs, 1 cup (225g) small curd cottage cheese, 1 cup (100g) shredded cheddar cheese, 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour, and the remaining 2 tablespoons melted butter.
  6. Stir in the sautéed onions and garlic and the squeezed spinach.
  7. Season generously with salt and pepper to taste.
  8. Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish.
  9. Bake for 1 hour, or until the casserole is set and lightly golden brown on top.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

32 g

Sugar

8g

Fat

111g

Carbs

3g