Italian Spinach Bake
Transform your mealtime with the savory delight of this Italian Spinach Bake, a comforting casserole that’s loaded with flavor and wholesome ingredients. Featuring tender steamed spinach blended with creamy ricotta, gooey mozzarella, and sharp Parmesan cheese, this dish is elevated with the aromatic touch of garlic and Italian seasoning. Topped with golden breadcrumbs for a satisfying crunch, this easy-to-make recipe bakes to perfection in just 30 minutes. Perfect as a vegetarian main course or a hearty side dish, it’s a must-try for family dinners, potlucks, or meal prep. Embrace the taste of Italy in every cheesy, garlicky bite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams fresh spinach
- 250 grams ricotta cheese
- 200 grams mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 50 grams Parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 pieces large eggs
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 50 grams breadcrumbs
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 190°C (375°F) and lightly grease a baking dish with olive oil.
Wash the spinach thoroughly and steam it for 2-3 minutes until wilted. Let it cool slightly, then squeeze out excess moisture and roughly chop.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped spinach, ricotta cheese, mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, eggs, garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Stir well until all ingredients are evenly mixed.
Transfer the spinach mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly with a spatula.
Sprinkle the breadcrumbs evenly over the top of the mixture for a nice golden crust.
Drizzle a bit of olive oil over the breadcrumbs to enhance browning.
Bake the dish in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden and bubbly.
Let the bake cool slightly for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1766 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 110.8 g | 142% | |
| Saturated Fat | 57.5 g | 288% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 732 mg | 244% | |
| Sodium | 6044 mg | 263% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 84.4 g | 31% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.5 g | 52% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.8 g | ||
| Protein | 122.6 g | 245% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.0 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 3588 mg | 276% | |
| Iron | 23.5 mg | 131% | |
| Potassium | 572 mg | 12% | |
*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.
