Best 11 Baked Spinach With Cheese Recipes

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Craving a delectable and nutritious side dish that's packed with flavor? Look no further than baked spinach with cheese! This classic dish is not only a culinary delight, but also a treasure trove of essential vitamins and minerals. Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with three irresistible variations: the classic baked spinach with cheese, a creamy version enriched with béchamel sauce, and a delightful Greek-inspired spanakopita. Each recipe offers a unique twist on this beloved dish, ensuring a delightful culinary experience with every bite. Let's embark on a delectable journey into the world of baked spinach with cheese!

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CHEESY SPINACH BAKE



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This is the best spinach recipe I've ever tasted! It's cheesy and delicious. I use the leftovers--if there are any--to make small appetizer turnovers using phyllo dough. I'm often asked for the recipe.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 35m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 packages (10 ounces each) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of potato soup, undiluted
1 cup sour cream
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine all of the ingredients. Transfer to a greased 11x7-in. baking dish. Bake, uncovered, at 325° for 25-30 minutes or until edges are lightly browned and bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 309 calories, Fat 21g fat (14g saturated fat), Cholesterol 69mg cholesterol, Sodium 753mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 17g protein.

CHEESY BAKED SPINACH CASSEROLE



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Provided by Nicole

Categories     Side Dish

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 lb frozen spinach
1 large egg
1/4 tsp kosher salt
1/2 cup cottage cheese
1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
1/2 cup shredded low-fat sharp cheese
2 tbsp plain breadcrumbs
1 large garlic clove, grated

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Grease a 9-inch oval baking dish or equivilant with non-stick cooking spray.
  • Defrost spinach in the microwave or under warm water. Use your hands to squeeze out all the excess moisture in the spinach. Add to a medium mixing bowl.
  • Add remaining ingredients to the spinach. Mix until combined. Pour into prepared baking dish and bake 30 minutes or until hot and bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 serving, Calories 86 kcal, Carbohydrate 7 g, Protein 9 g, Fat 3 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Cholesterol 40 mg, Sodium 322 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 1 g

BAKED SPINACH



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This spinach casserole is a very good dinner party recipe, and also makes a good family meal.

Provided by Joanna Wallbillich

Categories     Side Dish     Casseroles     Spinach Casserole

Time 1h15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 ¼ pounds spinach
¼ cup all-purpose flour
3 eggs, beaten
¾ cup shredded Cheddar cheese
½ cup dried bread crumbs
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
¼ cup butter, melted
1 cup milk
½ teaspoon salt
⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 2 quart baking dish.
  • Clean spinach thoroughly. Remove all excess water. Chop spinach. Arrange spinach and flour in layers, nestle beaten eggs about midway between the layers.
  • Combine cheese and bread crumbs. Mix in optional parsley, if desired. Sprinkle over top of spinach. Mix butter or margarine, milk, salt and pepper. Pour over all ingredients. Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) oven for 50 minutes to one hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 193.2 calories, Carbohydrate 12.2 g, Cholesterol 98.6 mg, Fat 12.4 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 9.4 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, Sodium 396.8 mg, Sugar 2.4 g

HERBED BAKED SPINACH



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Parmesan cheese and garlic liven up this spinach dish, which goes well with met entrees and main-dish casseroles. Sometimes, I use broccoli as a spinach substitute. It's equally delicious.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 50m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 cup chopped onion
2 tablespoons butter
1 garlic clove, minced
2 packages (10 ounces each) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
1/3 cup whole milk
5 tablespoons shredded Parmesan cheese, divided
1/4 cup dry bread crumbs
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon dried marjoram
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, saute onion in butter until onion is tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in the spinach, cream and milk. Remove from the heat; stir in 4 tablespoons cheese, bread crumbs, salt, marjoram and pepper. , Spoon into a greased 1-qt. baking dish. Sprinkle with remaining cheese. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 40-45 minutes or until cheese is lightly browned.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 163 calories, Fat 13g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 42mg cholesterol, Sodium 394mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

SPINACH CHEESE BAKE



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EVEN THOSE who aren't fond of spinach will find this dish very tasty, because the spinach flavor is mellowed by the cheese and eggs. Those who enjoy spinach (like me) love this dish. I discovered this delicious recipe at a church luncheon, and it has become one of my family's favorite. -Elaine Hoehn, Merriam, Kansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h5m

Yield 6-8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1-1/2 cups milk
8 ounces process cheese (Velveeta), shredded
1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained
1-1/2 cups soft bread crumbs
3 eggs, lightly beaten
1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a medium saucepan over low heat, melt butter; blend in flour until smooth. Cook and stir for 1-2 minutes. Gradually stir in milk; stirring constantly, cook until mixture is thickened. Stir in cheese until melted. Add spinach, bread crumbs, eggs and seasonings; mix well. , Spoon into an ungreased 1-1/2-qt. baking dish. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 45-50 minutes or until lightly browned.

Nutrition Facts :

BAKED EGGS WITH SPINACH AND CHEESE



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 55m

Yield 3 Servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 tablespoon unsalted butter, at room temperature
4 slices bacon
1/4 cup minced red onion
1/2 cup frozen spinach, thawed, squeezed dry and finely chopped
1/4 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
1/3 cup heavy cream
6 large eggs
1/3 cup coarsely grated Parmesan
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 small baguette, sliced on the a diagonal, toasted and buttered

Steps:

  • 1. Position a rack in the center of the oven and preheat the oven to 350°F.
  • 2. Select a roasting pan large enough to accommodate three 11.5 ounce mini-bakers without letting them touch. Coat the bottoms and the sides of the bakers with the butter. Bring 4 to 5 quarts of water to a boil.
  • 3. Cook the bacon in a small skillet over medium heat until crisp, about 8 minutes. Transfer to a plate lined with a paper towel to drain, then crumble. Add the onions to the skillet and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the spinach and nutmeg and cook, stirring occasionally, until warmed through, about 1 minute.
  • 4. Divide the cream, bacon and onions evenly among the bakers and crack 2 eggs into each. Sprinkle the tops with the Parmesan and cover with the lids.
  • 5. Place the bakers in a roasting pan and place the pan into the oven. Fill the pan with enough boiling water to come two-thirds up the sides of the bakers. Bake for 10 minutes. Remove the lids from the bakers, and bake for 12 minutes longer, then turn the oven up to broil. Broil until the whites are set but still jiggle a little and the tops start to brown, about 2 minutes longer. Serve with the buttered toast.

BAKED SPINACH & CHEESE



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I like to use a bakers heat shield under this casserole so the bottom cheese doesn't get too brown, Nice spinach recipe

Provided by Bergy

Categories     Vegetable

Time 40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 lb fresh spinach
1/4 lb butter
1 large onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
salt and pepper
2 cups mozzarella cheese, grated (or your choice)
1/8 teaspoon nutmeg

Steps:

  • Coarsely chop the spinach.
  • Melt the butter over medium heat & when bubbly add onion& garlic.
  • Saute for 2 minutes.
  • Add spinach, salt & pepper.
  • Cover & reduce heat to low steam for 3-4 minutes.
  • Put half of the cheese into an 8" greased casserole dish.
  • Add spinach, & nutmeg.
  • Cover with remaining cheese.
  • Bake in 350F for apprx 20 minutes or until cheese is browned.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 417.1, Fat 36, SaturatedFat 22, Cholesterol 105.2, Sodium 605.8, Carbohydrate 9.9, Fiber 3.1, Sugar 2.7, Protein 16.4

BAKED CREAMY SPINACH



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Even folks not find of spinach find this creamy casserole irresistable. It's a favorite of my family at the holidays.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 40m

Yield 6-8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 large onion, chopped
1 tablespoon butter
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, cubed
1/4 cup 2% milk
1-1/2 cups shredded Parmesan cheese, divided
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
2 packages (10 ounces each) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425°. In a large saucepan, saute onion in butter until tender. Add cream cheese and milk; stir until melted. Stir in 1 cup Parmesan cheese, cayenne, salt and pepper. Stir in spinach. , Transfer to a greased 1-1/2-qt. baking dish. Sprinkle with remaining Parmesan cheese. Bake, uncovered, 30-35 minutes or until hot and bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 194 calories, Fat 16g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 47mg cholesterol, Sodium 457mg sodium, Carbohydrate 5g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 9g protein.

CREAMY CHEESY SPINACH DIP



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This recipe doesn't contain mayo or sour cream like most, so it's very cheesy and very delicious. I'm asked for the recipe every time I make it. For those who don't want a strong cheese like Cheddar, you can replace it with anything you like or even leave it out altogether. I like adding the Cheddar because it adds color and a little more flavor.

Provided by missbriannacarline

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Dips and Spreads Recipes     Spinach Dip Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 tablespoon olive oil, divided
1 small onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 (10 ounce) packages frozen spinach - thawed, drained, and chopped
½ cup milk
6 ounces cream cheese
½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
¼ cup shredded Cheddar cheese
2 dashes Worcestershire sauce
salt and ground black pepper to taste
½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Grease a 1 1/2-quart shallow baking dish with 1 teaspoon olive oil.
  • Heat 2 teaspoons olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Cook and stir onion and garlic in hot oil until lightly browned, 4 to 7 minutes. Add spinach and simmer until spinach is hot, about 5 minutes. Drain any liquid from the mixture and transfer to a bowl.
  • Pour milk into pot and return pot to medium heat. Melt cream cheese into the milk; cook and stir together about 3 minutes. Return spinach mixture to pot with 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese and Cheddar cheese; stir to combine. Season the mixture with Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper. Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and top with 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese.
  • Bake in preheated oven until bubbly and golden brown on top, 20 to 25 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 114.8 calories, Carbohydrate 3.9 g, Cholesterol 24.9 mg, Fat 8.8 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 6.1 g, SaturatedFat 4.9 g, Sodium 155 mg, Sugar 1.2 g

CREAMY BAKED SPINACH



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Cream cheese turns ordinary spinach into a side dish that's pretty enough to serve company. "This casserole is a snap to stir up because it relies on convenient frozen chopped spinach," remarks Beverly Albrecht of Beatrice, Nebraska.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 35m

Yield 4-6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 packages (10 ounces each) frozen chopped spinach
6 ounces cream cheese, softened
4 tablespoons butter, divided
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup seasoned bread crumbs

Steps:

  • Cook spinach according to package directions; drain well. Stir in cream cheese, 2 tablespoons butter and salt. , Transfer to a greased 1-qt. baking dish. Melt remaining butter; toss with bread crumbs. Sprinkle over spinach mixture. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 20 minutes or until lightly browned.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 164 calories, Fat 13g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 36mg cholesterol, Sodium 396mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

BAKED SPINACH



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I have a problem with my middle child eating vegetables. He seems to have an aversion to 'green'. This is one way to get him to eat his spinach and the whole family loves it, too.

Provided by evelynathens

Categories     Spinach

Time 40m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 large eggs, beaten lightly
1/4 cup seasoned bread crumbs
3 tablespoons cream cheese, softened
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon nutmeg
1 (1/2 lb) package frozen spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
3/4 cup half-and-half
3/4 cup grated cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Butter a 9 inch glass pie plate.
  • Combine the eggs, bread crumbs, cream cheese, salt and nutmeg and stir in spinach, half and half and Cheddar.
  • Transfer spinach mixture to pie plate and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until set and puffed slightly.
  • Note: I sometimes fry up a few rashers of bacon until crisp, drain and crumble them into the spinach mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 201.7, Fat 14.6, SaturatedFat 8, Cholesterol 175.1, Sodium 381.1, Carbohydrate 7, Fiber 1.4, Sugar 1, Protein 11.3

Tips:

  • Prep Work: Preheat the oven and gather all ingredients before starting. Wilt the spinach properly to remove excess moisture.
  • Cheese Selection: Use a combination of cheeses for a richer flavor. Parmesan and mozzarella are classic choices, but you can also experiment with feta, cheddar, goat cheese, or ricotta.
  • Seasonings: Don't be afraid to add some extra flavor with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. You can also add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a bit of heat.
  • Baking Dish: Use a baking dish that is large enough to accommodate the spinach mixture without overcrowding. A 9x13 inch baking dish is a good size.
  • Baking Time: Bake the spinach until it is heated through and the cheese is melted and bubbly. This usually takes around 15-20 minutes.
  • Serving: Serve the baked spinach immediately. It can be enjoyed on its own as a side dish or as a topping for chicken, fish, or pasta.

Conclusion:

Baked spinach with cheese is a simple but delicious dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables and is also a good source of calcium and protein. With its minimal ingredients and easy preparation, this recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or as a healthy addition to any meal. So next time you're looking for a quick and tasty side dish, give baked spinach with cheese a try!

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