**Unveiling the Delightful Duo of Spinach and Cheddar: A Culinary Journey Through Comforting Casseroles**
Prepare to embark on a culinary adventure where two classic ingredients, spinach and cheddar, intertwine to create a symphony of flavors in the form of delectable casseroles. This collection of recipes will take you on a journey of comfort food bliss, showcasing the versatility and comforting nature of this dynamic duo. Whether you seek a simple yet satisfying weeknight meal or an impressive dish to grace your holiday table, these casseroles will leave your taste buds dancing with delight. From the classic Spinach Cheddar Casserole, brimming with creamy goodness and a golden-brown crust, to the innovative Sweet Potato and Spinach Casserole, which adds a touch of sweetness to the savory blend, this article offers a diverse array of recipes to suit every palate and occasion. So, let's dive into the world of spinach and cheddar casseroles and discover the culinary magic that awaits.
CREAMY CHEDDAR AND SPINACH CASSEROLE
Broccoli or spinach casserole.
Provided by Teresa
Time 1h5m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spray a 2-quart casserole dish with cooking spray.
- Melt 3 tablespoons butter in a skillet over medium-low heat. Add onions and saute until translucent, 5 to 7 minutes. Transfer to a bowl.
- Add spinach, condensed soup, Cheddar cheese, mayonnaise, eggs, Worcestershire sauce, lemon juice, seasoned salt, garlic powder, and pepper to the onions; stir to combine. Pour mixture into the prepared casserole. Sprinkle bread crumbs evenly over top and dot with remaining butter.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 339.6 calories, Carbohydrate 10.9 g, Cholesterol 72.8 mg, Fat 30.4 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 7.9 g, SaturatedFat 9.5 g, Sodium 644.7 mg, Sugar 2.1 g
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 CASSEROLE
This is an always requested vegetable side dish at our holiday gatherings.
Provided by Valerie
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Greens
Time 1h5m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat an oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
- Place cottage cheese, eggs, flour, sour cream, salt, and pepper in a food processor. Process until smooth. Mix spinach, cottage cheese mixture, and 2 cups of Cheddar cheese in a bowl, then spread into the prepared baking dish.
- Bake in the preheated oven until a knife inserted into the center comes out clean, about 45 minutes. Top with the remaining 2 cups of Cheddar cheese and continue baking until cheese has melted, about 10 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 269.2 calories, Carbohydrate 7.9 g, Cholesterol 140.3 mg, Fat 18 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 19.6 g, SaturatedFat 10.4 g, Sodium 845.4 mg, Sugar 0.8 g
SPINACH-CHEDDAR CASSEROLE
Categories Egg Brunch Side Bake Vegetarian Quick & Easy Lunch Casserole/Gratin Cheddar Spinach Bon Appétit Sugar Conscious Pescatarian Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added Kosher
Yield 8 to 10 side-dish Servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Butter 8x8x2-inch glass baking dish. Beat eggs, salt and pepper to blend in large bowl. Mix in spinach. Add remaining ingredients and stir until well blended. Transfer mixture to prepared dish.
- Bake casserole until center is firm and top is golden, about 45 minutes.
CHEESY CREAMED SPINACH CASSEROLE
A spinach recipe you will be proud to offer to others.
Provided by KORY
Categories Side Dish Casseroles Spinach Casserole
Time 35m
Yield 9
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 2 quart casserole dish.
- Drain spinach. In a medium mixing bowl combine spinach, soup mix and sour cream. Spoon into greased casserole dish and top with cheese.
- Bake in preheated oven about 25 minutes, or until heated through.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 159.6 calories, Carbohydrate 6.6 g, Cholesterol 29.1 mg, Fat 13.3 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 5.3 g, SaturatedFat 8.1 g, Sodium 388.4 mg, Sugar 0.5 g
EGG AND SPINACH CASSEROLE
A light egg dish great for any brunch.
Provided by momof3m's
Categories Main Dish Recipes Casserole Recipes Vegetable
Time 1h
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat an oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Prepare a 9x13 inch baking dish with cooking spray.
- Beat the eggs in a mixing bowl with the onion and flour until the flour is no longer lumpy. Stir in the spinach, cottage cheese, Cheddar cheese, butter, salt, and pepper until evenly combined; pour into the prepared dish.
- Bake in the preheated oven until the casserole is bubbly and the top is golden brown, about 45 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 312.6 calories, Carbohydrate 5.6 g, Cholesterol 157.6 mg, Fat 24.4 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 18.4 g, SaturatedFat 14.6 g, Sodium 529.7 mg, Sugar 1.1 g
CHEESY SPINACH CASSEROLE
This quiche-like casserole from Marilyn Paradis of Woodburn, Oregon is a wonderful way to include good-for-you spinach in your menu. Made with eggs and reduced-fat cheese, the easy-to-cut side dish would be a welcome addition to a breakfast or brunch buffet.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Breakfast Brunch Side Dishes
Time 1h
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a small nonstick skillet, saute onion in butter until tender. In large bowl, combine the eggs, egg white and spinach. Stir in the cottage cheese, cheddar cheese, flour, salt and onion mixture. Pour into a 1-1/2-qt. baking dish coated with cooking spray. , Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 50-60 minutes or until a thermometer reads 160°.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 199 calories, Fat 9g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 95mg cholesterol, Sodium 440mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 20g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
SPINACH & CHEESE CASSEROLE
From Parade Magazine: Looks terrible but taste absolutely awesome!! Easy to make and quick to get eaten. (I FIXED THE DIRECTIONS!! THANKS TO EVERYONE WHO REVIEWED AND EXPRESSED CONFUSION - I'M SORRY I HAD LEFT OUT WHEN TO ADD THE REST OF THE BUTTER AND FLOUR! ALL CORRECTED NOW!!
Provided by Sharon the Rocket
Categories Cheese
Time 1h20m
Yield 8-10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Lightly grease a 13 x 9 inch baking dish.
- Drain spinach well. Saute onion and garlic in 2 Tbsp of the melted butter.
- Mix spinach with eggs, cottage cheese and cheddar cheese, additonal 6 Tbsp butter, and flour. Add sauteed onions and garlic and mix together. Season with salt and pepper.
- Pour into prepared dish and bake for 1 hour.
EASY SPINACH CASSEROLE
Couldn't be easier or yummier!
Provided by Barbara
Categories Side Dish Casseroles Spinach Casserole
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Thaw spinach and squeeze out water. Soften cream cheese.
- In a mixing bowl, combine spinach, cream cheese and seasoning salt. Mix well and spoon into 2 quart casserole dish.
- Sprinkle with bread crumbs and bake at 350 degrees F (175 degree C) for 20 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 235.1 calories, Carbohydrate 18.8 g, Cholesterol 41.3 mg, Fat 14.7 g, Fiber 3.7 g, Protein 9.1 g, SaturatedFat 8.5 g, Sodium 685.3 mg, Sugar 1.8 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
CHERYL'S SPINACH CHEESY PASTA CASSEROLE
This recipe was given by a friend and it instantly became a favorite! It tastes great as leftovers as well! Enjoy!
Provided by FBERLAGE
Categories Main Dish Recipes Casserole Recipes Vegetable
Time 1h15m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook pasta in boiling water for 8 to 10 minutes, or until al dente; drain. Bring 1/2 cup water to a boil in a saucepan, and cook the spinach 4 to 6 minutes, until tender.
- Place the cooked pasta in a medium bowl. In a small bowl, whisk together the eggs and oil. Toss the pasta with the cooked spinach, egg mixture, and bread crumbs.
- Cover the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish with 1/3 of the pasta sauce. Pour half of the pasta mixture into the baking dish, and cover with another 1/3 of the pasta sauce. Sprinkle with half of the Cheddar cheese and half of the mozzarella. Layer with remaining pasta mixture, and top with remaining sauce. Sprinkle with the rest of the Cheddar and mozzarella cheeses.
- Bake 45 minutes in the preheated oven, or until bubbly and lightly browned.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 378.5 calories, Carbohydrate 38 g, Cholesterol 64.4 mg, Fat 18 g, Fiber 4.2 g, Protein 17 g, SaturatedFat 7.5 g, Sodium 668.2 mg, Sugar 9.8 g
Tips:
- Choose fresh spinach. Fresh spinach has a vibrant green color and crisp leaves. Avoid spinach that is wilted or has yellow or brown spots.
- Cook the spinach properly. Overcooked spinach will be mushy and lose its nutrients. Quickly sauté the spinach in a little olive oil or butter until it is just wilted.
- Use a good quality cheddar cheese. The cheese is one of the main ingredients in this casserole, so it's important to use a good quality cheddar cheese. Look for a cheese that is sharp and flavorful.
- Don't overcook the casserole. The casserole is done when the cheese is melted and bubbly and the top is golden brown. Overcooked casserole will be dry and tough.
- Serve the casserole immediately. This casserole is best served immediately after it is cooked. If you need to make it ahead of time, you can cook it and then let it cool completely. Store the casserole in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. When you're ready to serve, reheat the casserole in a preheated 350°F oven for 20-30 minutes, or until it is heated through.
Conclusion:
Spinach cheddar casserole is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It's also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. With its creamy, cheesy sauce and tender spinach, this casserole is sure to be a hit with the whole family.
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