Description
This Baked Spinach Casserole is a delicious and satisfying vegetarian side dish that is perfect for any occasion. Packed with spinach, cheeses, and flavorful seasonings, this casserole is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 (10 oz) packages frozen chopped spinach, thawed and well-drained
For the Casserole Mixture:
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Topping:
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F and lightly grease an 8×8-inch baking dish.
- Sauté onion and garlic: In a skillet over medium heat, warm the olive oil and sauté the onion until softened. Add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
- Mix ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the cooked onion and garlic with the drained spinach, cottage cheese, sour cream, Parmesan cheese, eggs, salt, pepper, and nutmeg. Mix well.
- Bake: Spread the mixture in the baking dish, top with mozzarella cheese, and bake for 30-35 minutes until set and golden.
- Rest and serve: Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Ensure to squeeze out excess liquid from the spinach to avoid a watery casserole.
- Ricotta can be used instead of cottage cheese for a different flavor.
- Pair this dish with roasted chicken or grilled fish for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 13g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
