Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Cheesy Italian Spinach Bake, a creamy and comforting dish that combines three types of cheese with fresh spinach. This versatile recipe shines at family gatherings or as a simple weeknight dinner, making it an excellent choice for meal prep. With its rich texture and savory taste, this bake is perfect as a main course or paired with your favorite sides. Enjoy the ease of preparation while impressing your loved ones with this crowd-pleasing dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds fresh spinach
- 1 medium onion
- 3 cloves garlic
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 large eggs
- ¼ cup breadcrumbs
Instructions
- 1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- 2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté chopped onion until soft, then add minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
- 3. Gradually add spinach, cooking until wilted. Drain excess liquid and let cool slightly.
- 4. In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta, mozzarella, Parmesan, Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, and beaten eggs.
- 5. Fold in the cooled spinach mixture until fully combined. Transfer to the baking dish and sprinkle breadcrumbs on top if desired.
- 6. Bake for 25–30 minutes until golden brown and bubbly. Let cool for 5 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (about 150g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 100mg