Best 12 Baked Spinach With Cheese Recipes

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Baked spinach with cheese is a classic dish that combines the creaminess of cheese with the vibrant flavors of spinach. It is a relatively simple dish to make, and can be prepared in a short amount of time. This dish can be served as a side dish or as a main course, and is sure to please everyone at your table. When selecting ingredients for this dish, be sure to choose fresh, organic spinach for the best flavor and texture. You can also use a variety of cheeses, depending on your preference. Whether you prefer a sharp cheddar or a mild mozzarella, there is a cheese out there that will perfectly complement the spinach.

Let's cook with our recipes!

CHEESY BAKED SPINACH CASSEROLE



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Provided by Nicole

Categories     Side Dish

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 lb frozen spinach
1 large egg
1/4 tsp kosher salt
1/2 cup cottage cheese
1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
1/2 cup shredded low-fat sharp cheese
2 tbsp plain breadcrumbs
1 large garlic clove, grated

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Grease a 9-inch oval baking dish or equivilant with non-stick cooking spray.
  • Defrost spinach in the microwave or under warm water. Use your hands to squeeze out all the excess moisture in the spinach. Add to a medium mixing bowl.
  • Add remaining ingredients to the spinach. Mix until combined. Pour into prepared baking dish and bake 30 minutes or until hot and bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 serving, Calories 86 kcal, Carbohydrate 7 g, Protein 9 g, Fat 3 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Cholesterol 40 mg, Sodium 322 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 1 g

CHEESY SPINACH BAKE



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This is the best spinach recipe I've ever tasted! It's cheesy and delicious. I use the leftovers--if there are any--to make small appetizer turnovers using phyllo dough. I'm often asked for the recipe.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 35m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 packages (10 ounces each) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of potato soup, undiluted
1 cup sour cream
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine all of the ingredients. Transfer to a greased 11x7-in. baking dish. Bake, uncovered, at 325° for 25-30 minutes or until edges are lightly browned and bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 309 calories, Fat 21g fat (14g saturated fat), Cholesterol 69mg cholesterol, Sodium 753mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 17g protein.

SPINACH CHEESE BAKE



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EVEN THOSE who aren't fond of spinach will find this dish very tasty, because the spinach flavor is mellowed by the cheese and eggs. Those who enjoy spinach (like me) love this dish. I discovered this delicious recipe at a church luncheon, and it has become one of my family's favorite. -Elaine Hoehn, Merriam, Kansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h5m

Yield 6-8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1-1/2 cups milk
8 ounces process cheese (Velveeta), shredded
1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained
1-1/2 cups soft bread crumbs
3 eggs, lightly beaten
1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a medium saucepan over low heat, melt butter; blend in flour until smooth. Cook and stir for 1-2 minutes. Gradually stir in milk; stirring constantly, cook until mixture is thickened. Stir in cheese until melted. Add spinach, bread crumbs, eggs and seasonings; mix well. , Spoon into an ungreased 1-1/2-qt. baking dish. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 45-50 minutes or until lightly browned.

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CHEESY SPINACH BAKED PENNE



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Making homemade tomato sauce for this recipe really allows you to control what goes into it. Here, it's mixed up with chunks of mozzarella for extra bursts of cheesy goodness, along with cottage cheese for all the satisfying qualities of ricotta with only a fraction of the fat and calories.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h21m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

Nonstick cooking spray
Kosher salt
One 12-ounce box fiber-and-calcium-enriched penne
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 teaspoon fennel seeds, crushed
3 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
One 28-ounce can no-salt-added crushed tomatoes
1 sprig fresh basil plus 1/2 cup leaves, torn, for garnish
Freshly ground black pepper
One 8-ounce block part-skim mozzarella (half grated, half cubed)
One 16-ounce container 1-percent cottage cheese
1/4 cup grated Parmesan
One 10-ounce block frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Mist a 2 to 2 1/2-quart rectangular or oval baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the penne and cook according to package directions for al dente.
  • While the pasta cooks, heat the oil in a medium pot set over medium heat. Add the fennel seeds and garlic and cook until aromatic, about 2 minutes. Add the tomatoes, basil sprig, 1 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Simmer, lowering the heat if the sauce bubbles too vigorously, until the sauce has thickened slightly, the flavors have blended together and the raw tomato taste has cooked out, 10 to 15 minutes. Remove from the heat, discard the basil and season with additional salt and pepper. Pour over the cooked pasta and toss well to coat. Add the cubed mozzarella and transfer half the pasta to the prepared baking dish.
  • Put the cottage cheese in the bowl of a food processor and process until smooth. Add the shredded mozzarella and Parmesan and pulse two to three times. Combine half the cottage cheese mixture with the spinach and mix to break up the spinach. Drop in spoonfuls over the pasta in the baking dish. Top the spinach layer with the rest of the pasta and then the remaining cottage cheese mixture.
  • Bake until bubbly and golden brown on top, about 30 minutes. Let stand for 10 minutes, and then scatter the torn basil over the top.

CHEESY SPINACH BAKE



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Add some glamour to your lunchbox with this smart vegetarian recipe

Provided by Sarah Cook

Categories     Lunch, Main course

Time 1h

Yield Makes 6-8 portions

Number Of Ingredients 10

200g pack feta cheese
2 x 250g tubs ricotta
3 x 100g bags baby spinach , chopped
1 bunch spring onions , finely sliced
50g parmesan , grated
1 egg
good grating nutmeg
100g breadcrumbs
2 tbsp olive oil
6 sheets filo pastry

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 180C/ 160C fan/gas 4. Mash feta in a large mixing bowl, add the ricotta and mash again to thoroughly mix. Stir in the spinach, spring onions, Parmesan, egg, nutmeg and plenty of seasoning with half the breadcrumbs.
  • Brush a 20 x 30cm tin with a little oil. Layer in half the filo sheets, brushing each with oil before adding the next. Scatter remaining breadcrumbs evenly over the base. Spoon in the ricotta filling and gently spread, so as not to dislodge the breadcrumbs. Cover with remaining filo, brushing with oil as you go, then score into portions. Bake for 35-40 mins until golden and crisp. When cool, freeze in individual squares. Defrost overnight in the fridge and eat cold, or warm in a microwave.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 436 calories, Fat 25 grams fat, SaturatedFat 13 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 32 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 5 grams sugar, Fiber 2 grams fiber, Protein 23 grams protein, Sodium 2 milligram of sodium

SPINACH, SAUSAGE AND CHEESE BAKE



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If you love the rich flavors of cheese and sausage, this recipe is for you. This is a wonderful quick dinner idea. Perfect for families on the run and a wonderful party dish. Even people who hate Spinach love this awesome dish!!!

Provided by HACKERHEINLEIN

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Casserole Recipes     Vegetable

Time 1h

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 pound Italian sausage
1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
2 (10 ounce) packages frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained
2 cups cottage cheese
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 egg, beaten
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • Brown sausage in skillet over medium high heat. Drain fat from skillet and stir in tomato sauce. Set mixture aside.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • In a large bowl, combine the spinach, cottage cheese, Parmesan cheese and egg. Mix well and spread mixture in the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish. Spoon sausage mixture over spinach mixture and top with mozzarella cheese.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 40 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 322.1 calories, Carbohydrate 8.7 g, Cholesterol 76.5 mg, Fat 20.2 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 27 g, SaturatedFat 9.3 g, Sodium 1159.4 mg, Sugar 2.5 g

BAKED QUINOA WITH SPINACH AND CHEESE



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This is an easy gratin, a comforting casserole that you can serve as a main dish or a side.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Time 45m

Yield Serves 4 to 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 6-ounce bag baby spinach
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 medium onion, chopped
2 plump garlic cloves
4 cups cooked quinoa, (1 cup uncooked)
2 large eggs
3 ounces Gruyère cheese, grated (3/4 cup)
1 1/2 teaspoons chopped fresh sage
1 ounce Parmesan, grated (1/4 cup)

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400ºF. Oil a 2-quart gratin or baking dish.
  • Heat a medium frying pan or a wide saucepan over medium-high heat. Wash the spinach and without spinning dry, add to the pan and wilt in the liquid left on the leaves after washing. You may have to do this in 2 batches. As soon as the spinach wilts, remove from the heat and rinse with cold water. Squeeze dry and chop. Set aside.
  • Wipe the pan dry and heat 1 tablespoon of the olive oil in it over medium heat. Add the onion and cook, stirring often, until tender, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic and stir with the onion until fragrant, about 1 minute. Stir in the spinach and season with salt and pepper. Remove from the heat.
  • Beat the eggs in a large bowl and add 1/2 teaspoon salt. Stir in the quinoa, the onion and spinach mixture, the Gruyère, and the sage. Add freshly ground pepper and stir the mixture together. Scrape into the gratin dish. Sprinkle the Parmesan over the top and drizzle on the remaining tablespoon of olive oil. Place in the oven and bake until nicely browned on top, about 25 minutes. Remove from the heat, allow to sit for about 5 minutes, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 316, UnsaturatedFat 9 grams, Carbohydrate 30 grams, Fat 15 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 15 grams, SaturatedFat 5 grams, Sodium 238 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams, TransFat 0 grams

BAKED SPINACH



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This spinach casserole is a very good dinner party recipe, and also makes a good family meal.

Provided by Joanna Wallbillich

Categories     Side Dish     Casseroles     Spinach Casserole

Time 1h15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 ¼ pounds spinach
¼ cup all-purpose flour
3 eggs, beaten
¾ cup shredded Cheddar cheese
½ cup dried bread crumbs
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
¼ cup butter, melted
1 cup milk
½ teaspoon salt
⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 2 quart baking dish.
  • Clean spinach thoroughly. Remove all excess water. Chop spinach. Arrange spinach and flour in layers, nestle beaten eggs about midway between the layers.
  • Combine cheese and bread crumbs. Mix in optional parsley, if desired. Sprinkle over top of spinach. Mix butter or margarine, milk, salt and pepper. Pour over all ingredients. Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) oven for 50 minutes to one hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 193.2 calories, Carbohydrate 12.2 g, Cholesterol 98.6 mg, Fat 12.4 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 9.4 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, Sodium 396.8 mg, Sugar 2.4 g

BAKED SPINACH & CHEESE



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I like to use a bakers heat shield under this casserole so the bottom cheese doesn't get too brown, Nice spinach recipe

Provided by Bergy

Categories     Vegetable

Time 40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 lb fresh spinach
1/4 lb butter
1 large onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
salt and pepper
2 cups mozzarella cheese, grated (or your choice)
1/8 teaspoon nutmeg

Steps:

  • Coarsely chop the spinach.
  • Melt the butter over medium heat & when bubbly add onion& garlic.
  • Saute for 2 minutes.
  • Add spinach, salt & pepper.
  • Cover & reduce heat to low steam for 3-4 minutes.
  • Put half of the cheese into an 8" greased casserole dish.
  • Add spinach, & nutmeg.
  • Cover with remaining cheese.
  • Bake in 350F for apprx 20 minutes or until cheese is browned.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 417.1, Fat 36, SaturatedFat 22, Cholesterol 105.2, Sodium 605.8, Carbohydrate 9.9, Fiber 3.1, Sugar 2.7, Protein 16.4

BAKED EGGS WITH SPINACH AND CHEESE



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 55m

Yield 3 Servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 tablespoon unsalted butter, at room temperature
4 slices bacon
1/4 cup minced red onion
1/2 cup frozen spinach, thawed, squeezed dry and finely chopped
1/4 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
1/3 cup heavy cream
6 large eggs
1/3 cup coarsely grated Parmesan
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 small baguette, sliced on the a diagonal, toasted and buttered

Steps:

  • 1. Position a rack in the center of the oven and preheat the oven to 350°F.
  • 2. Select a roasting pan large enough to accommodate three 11.5 ounce mini-bakers without letting them touch. Coat the bottoms and the sides of the bakers with the butter. Bring 4 to 5 quarts of water to a boil.
  • 3. Cook the bacon in a small skillet over medium heat until crisp, about 8 minutes. Transfer to a plate lined with a paper towel to drain, then crumble. Add the onions to the skillet and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the spinach and nutmeg and cook, stirring occasionally, until warmed through, about 1 minute.
  • 4. Divide the cream, bacon and onions evenly among the bakers and crack 2 eggs into each. Sprinkle the tops with the Parmesan and cover with the lids.
  • 5. Place the bakers in a roasting pan and place the pan into the oven. Fill the pan with enough boiling water to come two-thirds up the sides of the bakers. Bake for 10 minutes. Remove the lids from the bakers, and bake for 12 minutes longer, then turn the oven up to broil. Broil until the whites are set but still jiggle a little and the tops start to brown, about 2 minutes longer. Serve with the buttered toast.

DELICIOUS BAKED SPINACH-CHEESE CASSEROLE



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A family favorite, you may increase the cheese amounts if desired I also add in cayenne pepper to the creamed mixture.

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Vegetable

Time 40m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 tablespoons butter
1 small onion, finely chopped
1/2 lb fresh mushrooms, sliced
3 garlic cloves, minced (or to taste)
2 cups light cream
2 (10 ounce) packages frozen spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese (or to taste)
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt, to taste (I use seasoned salt)
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
fresh ground black pepper
3/4 cup grated gruyere cheese or 3/4 cup swiss cheese, divided

Steps:

  • Set oven to 325 degrees F.
  • Grease a 9-inch square baking dish.
  • Heat butter in a skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Add in onions, mushrooms and the garlic; stir until softened (about 4 minutes).
  • Whisk in the flour, salt, pepper and nutmeg, whisk for 2 minutes.
  • Gradually add in the cream, continue whisking until thick and until the mixture reaches a light boil, remove from heat then mix in 1/4 cup grated Gruyere or Swiss cheese, stir until cheese melts, (taste for extra seasoning).
  • In the prepared casserole or baking dish spread half of the spinach, then top the spinach with 2 Tbsp grated Parmesan cheese; then cover with half of the mushroom/cream sauce, then repeat.
  • Sprinkle with 1/2 cup grated Gruyere or Swiss cheese.
  • Bake for 25-35 minutes, or until hot and bubbly.
  • Delicious!

BAKED SPINACH WITH THREE CHEESES



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Categories     Cheese     Side     Bake     Spinach     Bon Appétit

Yield Serves 4 as a first course or side dish

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup finely chopped onion
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
1/2 cup grated Edam cheese
1/4 cup crumbled Roquefort cheese
2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
2 tablespoons fresh breadcrumbs
1 large egg yolk
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 10-ounce packages ready-to-use spinach, coarsely chopped

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Lightly butter 11 x 7 x 2-inch baking dish. Mix first 7 ingredients in large bowl.
  • Heat oil in large pot over medium-high heat. Add spinach; sauté until wilted and juices evaporate, about 3 minutes. Transfer spinach to strainer; drain well. Arrange spinach over bottom of prepared dish. Sprinkle with cheese mixture. Bake until heated through, about 20 minutes.
  • Preheat broiler. Broil spinach and cheese until cheese is golden on top, watching closely, about 2 minutes.

Tips:

  • Choose fresh spinach: Fresh spinach has a vibrant green color and crisp leaves. Avoid wilted or yellowed spinach, as it may be past its prime and have a bitter taste.
  • Wash the spinach thoroughly: Spinach leaves can trap dirt and grit, so it's important to wash them thoroughly before using. Rinse the leaves under cold water, gently swishing them to dislodge any dirt. You can also soak the leaves in a bowl of cold water for a few minutes.
  • Cook the spinach until wilted: Spinach cooks quickly, so it's important to cook it just until wilted. Overcooked spinach will become mushy and lose its flavor. To wilt the spinach, heat a little olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the spinach and cook, stirring frequently, until it has wilted and is bright green.
  • Use a variety of cheeses: The type of cheese you use will affect the flavor of the baked spinach. You can use a single type of cheese or a combination of cheeses. Some good options include Parmesan, mozzarella, cheddar, and feta.
  • Season the spinach to taste: Salt, pepper, and garlic powder are all classic seasonings for baked spinach. You can also add other herbs and spices, such as oregano, basil, or thyme.
  • Serve the spinach immediately: Baked spinach is best served immediately after it is cooked. This will ensure that the spinach is still hot and flavorful.

Conclusion:

Baked spinach with cheese is a delicious and versatile side dish that can be enjoyed with a variety of meals. It's easy to make and can be customized to your own taste preferences. Whether you like it simple or cheesy, baked spinach is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables.

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