Spinach and Spaghetti Casserole
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this creamy and cheesy Spinach and Spaghetti Casserole, a crowd-pleasing dinner that's as easy to make as it is delicious. Perfectly cooked al dente spaghetti is tossed with a luscious blend of ricotta, cream cheese, and sautéed spinach, seasoned with hints of garlic and red pepper flakes for a subtle kick. Layered with gooey mozzarella and nutty Parmesan, this baked casserole is finished to perfection with a golden, bubbly crust. Ready in under an hour, this dish is an ideal weeknight meal or a hit at potlucks. Packed with wholesome spinach and packed with cheesy goodness, it’s a one-pan wonder that will have everyone coming back for seconds.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 oz spaghetti
- 5 cups fresh spinach
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 4 oz cream cheese
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 egg
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 0.25 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x13-inch casserole dish.
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the spaghetti according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant. Add the spinach and cook until wilted, about 3-4 minutes. Remove the skillet from the heat and set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, cream cheese, egg, salt, black pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes (if using). Mix thoroughly until smooth.
Stir the cooked spinach (making sure to drain any excess liquid) into the cheese mixture. Add the cooked spaghetti and toss until evenly coated.
Transfer half of the spaghetti mixture to the prepared casserole dish. Sprinkle 1 cup of mozzarella cheese over the top.
Layer the remaining spaghetti mixture in the dish and finish with the remaining mozzarella cheese and grated Parmesan cheese.
Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.
Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the top is golden and bubbly.
Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with additional Parmesan cheese or fresh herbs, if desired, and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2731 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 175.4 g | 225% | |
| Saturated Fat | 90.5 g | 453% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 702 mg | 234% | |
| Sodium | 6075 mg | 264% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 144.1 g | 52% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.6 g | 38% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.2 g | ||
| Protein | 153.2 g | 306% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.2 mcg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 3836 mg | 295% | |
| Iron | 12.6 mg | 70% | |
| Potassium | 674 mg | 14% | |
*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.
