Indulge in the delightful aroma of freshly baked spinach and cheddar bread, a culinary masterpiece that combines the vibrant flavors of spinach and sharp cheddar cheese. This delectable bread is a symphony of textures, with a crisp golden crust yielding to a soft and fluffy interior studded with tender spinach and melted cheddar cheese in every bite. Whether you're hosting a brunch, enjoying a cozy family meal, or simply craving a satisfying snack, this recipe offers two variations to suit your preferences: a classic loaf and individual muffin-sized portions. Both options deliver a burst of flavor that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more.
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SPINACH CHEDDAR BAKE
Spinach is one of my favorite foods, so I make this easy recipe often, using frozen or canned spinach. -Julie Dixon, Hazelwood, Missouri
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 35m
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a small bowl, combine the spinach, saltines, egg, onion powder and salt. Stir in 1/2 cup cheese. , Transfer to a greased 2-cup baking dish; sprinkle with remaining cheese. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 30 minutes or until cheese is melted and bubbly.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 313 calories, Fat 20g fat (13g saturated fat), Cholesterol 166mg cholesterol, Sodium 609mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 20g protein.
SPINACH-CHEESE BREAD
Bisquick® mix stirs up into a tasty savory quick bread. Serve it alongside soup, salad or meat, or nibble on it as a delicious snack.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Side Dish
Time 1h45m
Yield 16
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Heat oven to 350°F. Grease bottom and sides of 9x5-inch loaf pan with shortening.
- In large bowl, stir together all ingredients except spinach thoroughly; beat with spoon 1 minute. Stir in spinach. Pour into pan.
- Bake 55 to 65 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool 20 minutes; remove from pan to cooling rack.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 160, Carbohydrate 17 g, Cholesterol 45 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 2 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Slice, Sodium 470 mg, Sugar 0 g, TransFat 1 g
SPINACH AND CHEDDAR SOUFFLE
Provided by Ina Garten
Time 40m
Yield 2 to 3 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Butter the inside of a 6 to 8-cup souffle dish (6 1/2 to 7 1/2 inches in diameter by 3 1/2 inches deep) and sprinkle evenly with Parmesan.
- Melt the butter in a small saucepan over low heat. With a wooden spoon, stir in the flour and cook, stirring constantly, for 2 minutes. Off the heat, whisk in the hot milk, the nutmeg, cayenne, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Cook over low heat, whisking constantly, for 1 minute, until smooth and thick.
- Off the heat, while still hot, whisk in the egg yolks, one at a time. Stir in the Cheddar, 1/4 cup of Parmesan and the spinach and transfer to a large mixing bowl.
- Put the egg whites, cream of tartar, and a pinch of salt in the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the whisk attachment. Beat on low speed for 1 minute, on medium speed for 1 minute, then finally on high speed until they form firm, glossy peaks.
- Whisk one quarter of the egg whites into the cheese sauce to lighten and then fold in the rest. Pour into the souffle dish, then smooth the top. Draw a large circle on top with the spatula to help the souffle rise evenly, and place in the middle of the oven. Turn the temperature down to 375 degrees F. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes (don't peek!) until puffed and brown. Serve immediately.
SPINACH-CORN BREAD BITES
These savory, tasty appetizers have been very popular when I have served them. The recipe makes a bunch but there are always none left!-Laura Mahaffey, Annapolis, Maryland
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 40m
Yield 4 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the muffin mix, Parmesan cheese and garlic powder. In another bowl, whisk the eggs, salad dressing and butter; stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. Fold in the spinach, cheddar cheese and onion. , Fill greased miniature muffin cups two-thirds full. Bake at 350° for 12-14 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 5 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks. Serve warm. Refrigerate leftovers.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 54 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 15mg cholesterol, Sodium 103mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.
SPINACH CHEDDAR MUFFINS
These moist, savory muffins are a great way to work a healthy element into your family's brunch. The spinach flavor mellows as the muffins cool.
Provided by BREEZER
Categories Bread Quick Bread Recipes Muffin Recipes Savory Muffin Recipes
Time 55m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease 12 cup muffin cups.
- Mix the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt together in a mixing bowl.
- Stir the melted butter, egg, milk, spinach, and Cheddar cheese together in a large mixing bowl until evenly blended. Slowly stir in the flour mixture to form a batter. Spoon about 2 tablespoons into each muffin cup.
- Bake in preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean, about 35 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 164.1 calories, Carbohydrate 13.5 g, Cholesterol 42.3 mg, Fat 9.9 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 5.5 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, Sodium 349.3 mg, Sugar 1.1 g
QUICK AND EASY SPINACH BREAD
If you like garlic and spinach, this one's for you! You can use it as an appetizer (sliced) or just cut in half and serve with pasta sauce for dipping. It makes a meal for two!
Provided by ANCH
Categories Bread Quick Bread Recipes
Time 45m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spray a baking sheet with non-stick cooking spray.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet or frying pan over medium heat. Add garlic and saute until soft, about two minutes. Add spinach and cook until liquid has evaporated. Stir in salt, pepper, Parmesan and garlic powder. Remove from heat and let cool.
- On a lightly floured surface, roll out pizza crust into a 10x14 inch rectangle. Spread spinach mixture and mozzarella cheese on top of dough. Starting from on end, roll up the crust to make one large loaf. Pinch seam to seal. Place loaf onto prepared baking sheet.
- Bake in preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, until golden brown.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 129.9 calories, Carbohydrate 14.8 g, Cholesterol 9 mg, Fat 4.8 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 6.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.7 g, Sodium 428.4 mg, Sugar 1.7 g
SPINACH-STUFFED BREAD
Appetizers are the highlight of parties at our home. Slices of this golden loaf swirled with spinach and cheese disappear in a hurry. They're a tasty accompaniment to most any meal, too.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 40m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Thaw bread dough according to package directions; let rise until doubled. Meanwhile, in a skillet, saute onion and garlic in oil until tender. Stir in spinach. , On a lightly floured surface, roll dough into a 14x10-in. rectangle. Spread the spinach mixture to within 1/2 in. of edges; sprinkle with cheese. Roll up jelly-roll style, starting with a long side; pinch seam to seal. Place seam side down on a baking sheet coated with cooking spray; tuck ends under. , Bake at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from pan to a wire rack; let stand for 10 minutes before slicing. Serve warm.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 340 calories, Fat 11g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 20mg cholesterol, Sodium 687mg sodium, Carbohydrate 45g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 21g protein.
SPINACH AND CHEDDAR BREAD
This makes a tasty and pretty-looking loaf. You could use the dough to make 12 rolls and bake them for around 20 minutes. Prep time does not include rising time.
Provided by Kitzy
Categories Yeast Breads
Time 1h
Yield 1 loaf
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a large bowl mix together the flour, sugar, salt, yeast, caynenne pepper and mustard powder. Rub in the butter with your fingertips until it resembles breadcrumbs.
- Stir in the cheese, seeds and spinach and mix well.
- Add around 300ml warm water and knead well for 10 minutes on a flourered surface.
- Place in a greased loaf tin, cover and leave in a warm place until doubled in size (about an hour).
- Preheat the oven to 220C/Gas 7. Brush the top of the loaf with beaten egg and bake for around 35 minutes or until golden brown.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 3214.1, Fat 126.1, SaturatedFat 52.3, Cholesterol 388.4, Sodium 3552.9, Carbohydrate 401.7, Fiber 27.1, Sugar 10, Protein 123.8
SPINACH QUICHE
Let me start by saying that I devised this recipe myself, and I just sort of add 'this and that.' This recipe is VERY forgiving, so you can add or remove ingredients according to your taste!
Provided by Bailey
Categories Breakfast and Brunch Eggs
Time 1h
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
- In a medium skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Saute garlic and onion in butter until lightly browned, about 7 minutes. Stir in spinach, mushrooms, feta and 1/2 cup Cheddar cheese. Season with salt and pepper. Spoon mixture into pie crust.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together eggs and milk. Season with salt and pepper. Pour into the pastry shell, allowing egg mixture to thoroughly combine with spinach mixture.
- Bake in preheated oven for 15 minutes. Sprinkle top with remaining Cheddar cheese, and bake an additional 35 to 40 minutes, until set in center. Allow to stand 10 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 612.6 calories, Carbohydrate 23.9 g, Cholesterol 232 mg, Fat 48.2 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 22.9 g, SaturatedFat 26.6 g, Sodium 1155.1 mg, Sugar 6 g
SPINACH AND CHEDDAR STRATA
This is a great option for a vegetarian dinner; the eggs, cheese, and milk provide plenty of protein.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Quick & Easy Recipes
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high. Add spinach and cook, stirring constantly, until wilted, about 2 minutes. Transfer to a colander and drain, pressing with a rubber spatula to release as much liquid as possible. Divide bread and spinach among 4 small, shallow 8-ounce baking dishes.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, and 3/4 cup cheese. Season with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Divide mixture evenly among baking dishes and top with 1/2 cup cheese. Set dishes on a rimmed baking sheet and bake until set in middle and golden brown on top, 20 to 25 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 398 g, Fat 23 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 23 g
BACON, CHEDDAR AND SPINACH STRATA
Even with just one layer of filling in the middle of this strata, you'll be looking at a gorgeous casserole which should thoroughly impress your brunch guests . . . bottomless Mimosas or no.
Provided by Chef John
Categories 100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes Eggs Breakfast Strata Recipes
Time 1h5m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Oil bottom and sides of a 9x13-inch baking dish with about a tablespoon of bacon fat.
- Place bread cubes in a large mixing bowl.
- Crack eggs into a separate mixing bowl. Season with salt, pepper, cayenne, and nutmeg. Add cream and whisk mixture thoroughly.
- Pour egg/cream mixture over the bread cubes and mix to distribute ingredients evenly. Allow bread mixture to sit about 15 minutes to absorb the liquid.
- Transfer half of the bread mixture to the baking pan; spread evenly over the bottom and press mixture down a bit. Top with half of the grated Cheddar cheese. Add cooked bacon pieces in an even layer over the cheese. Place the cooked spinach over the bacon; top with half of the remaining cheese. Finish with the rest of the soaked bread cubes, spread evenly and pressed down slightly. Sprinkle with the rest of the grated cheese. Cover and let strata sit at room temperature for 1 hour before baking.
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Bake strata in preheated oven until set, about 45 minutes. Optionally, you can broil the strata for a minute or two to brown the top.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 535.4 calories, Carbohydrate 23.5 g, Cholesterol 267.7 mg, Fat 39.9 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 21.8 g, SaturatedFat 20 g, Sodium 1168.5 mg, Sugar 2.2 g
Tips:
- Prep the spinach properly: Wash and dry the spinach thoroughly to remove any excess moisture. This will prevent the bread from becoming soggy.
- Use fresh ingredients: Fresh spinach, cheddar cheese, and herbs will give the bread the best flavor.
- Don't overmix the dough: Overmixing will make the bread tough. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
- Let the dough rise in a warm place: This will help the dough to rise properly and give the bread a light and fluffy texture.
- Bake the bread until it is golden brown: This will ensure that the bread is cooked through and has a crispy crust.
Conclusion:
This spinach and cheddar bread is a delicious and easy-to-make bread that is perfect for any occasion. It is soft and fluffy on the inside, with a crispy crust and a cheesy, spinachy flavor. This bread is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.
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