Cheesy Spinach Casserole
Rich, creamy, and irresistibly cheesy, this Cheesy Spinach Casserole is the ultimate comfort food that brings together tender spinach, a velvety homemade cheese sauce, and a golden, crispy breadcrumb topping. Perfectly seasoned with a hint of nutmeg and garlic, this baked casserole offers a restaurant-quality side dish that’s simple enough for weeknight dinners yet elegant enough for holiday gatherings. Blanched fresh spinach ensures a vibrant, hearty base, while sharp cheddar and Parmesan add depth of flavor. With just 20 minutes of prep time, this comforting spinach casserole recipe is easy, wholesome, and guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser. Serve it alongside roasted meats or as a standout vegetarian dish for a dinner everyone will rave about!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 900 g Fresh spinach
- 4 tbsp Butter
- 1 medium, finely chopped Onion
- 3 cloves, minced Garlic
- 3 tbsp All-purpose flour
- 480 ml Milk
- 1 tsp Salt
- 0.5 tsp Ground black pepper
- 0.25 tsp Ground nutmeg
- 240 g Shredded cheddar cheese
- 50 g Grated Parmesan cheese
- 60 g Breadcrumbs
- 1 tbsp Olive oil
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 190°C (375°F). Lightly grease or spray a medium-sized casserole dish.
Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the spinach and blanch it for 2–3 minutes, until wilted. Drain and rinse the spinach under cold water to stop the cooking process. Squeeze out as much water as possible and roughly chop the spinach. Set it aside.
In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for 3–4 minutes, until softened. Add the minced garlic and cook for another 1 minute, until fragrant.
Sprinkle the flour over the onion mixture, stirring constantly for 1–2 minutes to cook out the raw flour taste.
Gradually pour in the milk, whisking constantly to create a smooth sauce. Continue to cook over medium heat until the sauce thickens, about 3–5 minutes.
Stir in the salt, ground black pepper, and ground nutmeg. Add the shredded cheddar cheese and stir until melted and smooth.
Fold the chopped spinach into the cheese sauce, mixing well to ensure everything is evenly combined.
Pour the spinach mixture into the prepared casserole dish.
In a small bowl, combine the breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, and olive oil. Mix until the breadcrumbs are evenly coated.
Sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture evenly over the spinach casserole.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20–25 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the casserole is bubbly.
Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2561 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 166.7 g | 214% | |
| Saturated Fat | 96.0 g | 480% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 483 mg | 161% | |
| Sodium | 6895 mg | 300% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 147.4 g | 54% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 27.1 g | 97% | |
| Total Sugars | 36.0 g | ||
| Protein | 131.8 g | 264% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.7 mcg | 28% | |
| Calcium | 3829 mg | 295% | |
| Iron | 33.4 mg | 186% | |
| Potassium | 1111 mg | 24% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
