SKINNY SPINACH AND RICE CASSEROLE

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72% less sat fat • 43% fewer calories • 61% less fat than the original recipe. Give a favorite casserole a makeover using brown rice for whole-grain benefits.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 1h

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 teaspoons olive oil
3 medium carrots, chopped (1 1/2 cups)
2/3 cup chopped celery
1 medium onion, chopped (1/2 cup)
1 clove garlic, finely chopped
1 3/4 cups water
1 can (10 3/4 oz) condensed 98% fat-free cream of mushroom soup
2 boxes (9 oz each) frozen chopped spinach, thawed, drained
1 1/2 cups uncooked instant brown rice
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 cup diced cooked ham
3/4 cup shredded reduced-fat Cheddar cheese (3 oz)
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Spray 13x9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish with cooking spray.
  • In 3-quart saucepan, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add carrots, celery, onion and garlic; cook 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add water and soup; heat to boiling. Add spinach, rice, Italian seasoning and pepper; return to boiling. Remove from heat; stir in ham, 1/4 cup of the Cheddar cheese and the Parmesan cheese. Spread in baking dish. Cover with foil.
  • Bake 30 to 35 minutes or until bubbly. Sprinkle with remaining 1/2 cup Cheddar cheese. Let stand uncovered 5 minutes or until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 220, Carbohydrate 26 g, Cholesterol 15 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 3 g, Protein 12 g, SaturatedFat 2 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 780 mg, Sugar 3 g, TransFat 0 g

Tulgaa Elliot
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This casserole is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. It's also a great way to use up leftover rice.


Chikamso Nwanga
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This casserole is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. It's also a great way to use up leftover rice.


Son of Aba
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This casserole is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. It's also a great way to use up leftover rice.


Nanami
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This casserole is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. It's also a great way to use up leftover rice.


Jackson Molora
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This casserole is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. It's also a great way to use up leftover rice.


Aamir Bhai
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This casserole is a great way to use up leftover rice. It's also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Rodwels Marcy
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I love the fact that this casserole is made with healthy ingredients. It's a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Asim Technical
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This casserole is a hit with my family and friends. It's a great dish to serve at potlucks or parties.


Moses Mulenga
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This casserole is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables. It's also a great way to use up leftover rice.


Dayaan Ghulam
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I love the creamy sauce and the cheesy topping on this casserole. It's a great comfort food meal.


Toyota Townace
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This casserole is a great way to use up leftover rice. It's also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Arjun Mandal
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I love the versatility of this recipe. You can add different vegetables, cheeses, or even meats to change up the flavor. It's always a delicious and satisfying meal.


abdoo masmas
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This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's a healthy and satisfying meal.


Selena Scott
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I made this casserole for a potluck dinner, and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it! I even had people asking me for the recipe.


Peter Andoh
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This casserole is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love the creamy sauce and the cheesy topping. I usually serve it with a side of steamed broccoli or carrots.


Apekshya Sunuwar
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I love this recipe because it's so easy to make. I always have the ingredients on hand, and it's a great way to use up leftover rice. Plus, it's healthy and delicious!


Molly M
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This casserole was a hit with my family! The flavors of the spinach, rice, and cheese blended perfectly, and the texture was creamy and satisfying. I will definitely be making this again.