Best 15 Lite Spinach Artichoke Casserole Recipes

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Craving a delicious and healthy dish that combines the flavors of spinach and artichoke? Look no further than our guide to the best lite spinach artichoke casserole recipes. Whether you're a seasoned cook or a beginner in the kitchen, this article will provide you with all the necessary information to create a mouthwatering casserole that's perfect for any occasion. From classic recipes to innovative variations, discover a variety of options that cater to your dietary preferences and culinary skills. Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with this delightful dish!

Here are our top 15 tried and tested recipes!

AMAZING SPINACH ARTICHOKE CASSEROLE



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This is a family favorite...spinach, fresh mushrooms, artichokes and cheeses make up a mouth-watering side dish that is creamy and delicious. This recipe has a lot of steps, but it is relatively easy and is well worth it. If you are a garlic lover, add an additional clove or two of pressed garlic to the mixture without roasting it first. This is my most requested vegetable casserole recipe, and it is a Thanksgiving favorite.

Provided by mharbold

Categories     Side Dish     Casseroles     Spinach Casserole

Time 1h30m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 14

6 cloves garlic, unpeeled
4 (10 ounce) packages frozen chopped spinach - thawed, drained and squeezed dry
1 (14 ounce) can artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
¼ cup butter
1 (8 ounce) package sliced fresh mushrooms
3 green onions, finely chopped
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese
1 cup sour cream
1 (8 ounce) can water chestnuts, drained and chopped
¾ cup grated Parmesan cheese
¾ cup real mayonnaise
2 teaspoons garlic salt
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 cup French fried onion rings

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Place garlic cloves in a small oven-safe dish, and roast in the preheated oven until softened and fragrant, about 20 minutes. Set roasted garlic cloves aside to cool.
  • Place the spinach in a large mixing bowl, and stir in the artichoke hearts.
  • Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat, and cook and stir the mushrooms until softened, about 10 minutes. Mix in the green onions, and cook and stir until onions are soft, about 5 more minutes. Transfer the mushrooms, green onions, and butter from the skillet into the bowl with spinach mixture.
  • Remove cream cheese from wrapping, place into a microwave-safe bowl, and cook in the microwave until warm and very soft, about 1 1/2 minutes. Stir the softened cream cheese into the spinach mixture, and add the sour cream, water chestnuts, Parmesan cheese, mayonnaise, garlic salt, and lemon juice. Squeeze the roasted garlic out of the garlic skins, and mix thoroughly into the spinach mixture. Spoon the casserole into a round 2-quart baking dish.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until the casserole is hot and bubbly, about 30 minutes. Spread French-fried onion rings over the top, return to the oven, and bake until the onion rings are lightly browned, 5 to 10 more minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 327.1 calories, Carbohydrate 15 g, Cholesterol 36.6 mg, Fat 27.5 g, Fiber 3.2 g, Protein 6.9 g, SaturatedFat 10.7 g, Sodium 678 mg, Sugar 1.3 g

MAKEOVER SPINACH AND ARTICHOKE CASSEROLE



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Spinach never tasted better than in this creamy, colorful dish that's now even healthier and more delicious! -Judy Armstrong, Prairieville, Louisiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h5m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

5 celery ribs, finely chopped
2 medium sweet red peppers, chopped
2 medium onions, finely chopped
2 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon canola oil
6 garlic cloves, minced
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 cup half-and-half cream
1 cup fat-free milk
3 cups shredded reduced-fat Mexican cheese blend
4 packages (10 ounces each) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
2 cans (14 ounces each) water-packed artichoke hearts, rinsed, drained and quartered
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a Dutch oven, saute the celery, red peppers and onions in butter and oil until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in flour until blended; gradually add cream and milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir 2 minutes or until thickened. Stir in shredded cheese until melted., Add spinach, artichokes, salt, cayenne, pepper and pepper flakes. Transfer to a 13x9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese., Bake, uncovered, 30-35 minutes or until bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 245 calories, Fat 13g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 41mg cholesterol, Sodium 781mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 17g protein.

LIGHTENED-UP SPINACH AND ARTICHOKE MACARONI AND CHEESE



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This lightened-up but still creamy version of macaroni and cheese is full of protein--an impressive 29 grams per serving-quite an accomplishment for a vegetarian meal. The whole-wheat pasta, spinach and artichoke hearts add their vitamin, mineral and fiber superpowers.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 50m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

8 ounces whole-wheat elbow pasta
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 medium shallots, finely chopped (about 1/3 cup)
3 cloves garlic, finely minced
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/2 cup skim milk
1/3 cup reduced-fat sour cream
1 cup lightly packed shredded part-skim mozzarella
2/3 cup lightly packed shredded low-fat Swiss cheese
1/4 cup lightly packed grated Parmesan
One 6-ounce bag baby spinach (about 6 heaping cups)
One 9-ounce box frozen artichoke hearts, thawed and roughly chopped
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Special equipment: a broiler-safe 2-quart baking dish
  • Position an oven rack at the center of the oven, and preheat the broiler.
  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil and cook the pasta according to the package instructions. Reserve 3/4 cup of the pasta water; strain the pasta.
  • Wipe out the pot. Add the butter, and melt over medium heat. Add the shallots, and cook, stirring occasionally, until soft, 2 to 4 minutes. Add the garlic, and cook, stirring, until soft, about 2 minutes. Add the flour, and whisk constantly until it begins to toast, about 2 minutes. (The flour will form a thick paste, but that's okay; just keep it moving in the pot.) Whisk in the milk and the reserved pasta water, and whisk constantly until the mixture is thick like gravy, 3 to 5 minutes. Whisk in the sour cream, 2/3 cup of the mozzarella, the Swiss cheese and 1 tablespoon of the Parmesan. Once the cheeses have melted, add the spinach, and cook until just wilted, about 1 minute. Stir in the artichoke hearts, pasta, 1 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Transfer to a broiler-safe 2-quart baking dish.
  • Stir together the remaining 1/3 cup mozzarella and 3 tablespoons Parmesan in a small bowl. Sprinkle over the pasta. Broil until golden and bubbly, about 2 minutes.

SPINACH AND ARTICHOKE CHICKEN CASSEROLES



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Provided by Molly Yeh

Time 1h5m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 18

3 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 large onion, finely chopped
Kosher salt
2 cloves garlic, chopped
6 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 cups whole milk
Enough chicken soup bouillon for 2 cups broth
1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thigh or breast, chopped into 1/2- to 3/4-inch pieces
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
Freshly ground black pepper
One 14-ounce can artichokes, drained and chopped
One 10-ounce block frozen spinach, thawed and drained
8 ounces light cream cheese
1/2 bunch fresh parsley
Pinch crushed red pepper
One 16-ounce can refrigerated biscuit dough
1 large egg, lightly beaten with a splash of water
Flaky salt, such as Maldon

Steps:

  • In a large skillet over medium-high heat, melt the butter. Add the onion and a pinch of kosher salt and cook, stirring, until soft, about 10 minutes. Add the garlic and cook for another minute.
  • Stir in the flour to evenly distribute. Add 1 cup milk, stirring continuously until thickened; repeat with the remaining 1 cup. Stir in the chicken soup bouillon, then add the chicken, thyme and a few turns of black pepper and simmer, stirring often, until the chicken is cooked through and no longer pink, 10 to 15 minutes. Add the artichokes, spinach, cream cheese, parsley, a pinch of crushed red pepper and a few turns of black pepper. Stir until the cream cheese is melted. Taste and adjust as desired.
  • Divide the spinach, artichoke and chicken mixture into eight 5-inch aluminum pans or a 9-by-13-inch casserole pan. Separate the biscuits, then top the casseroles with them. Brush them with the egg wash and sprinkle with the flaky salt and some black pepper.
  • If baking immediately, preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Bake until the biscuits are golden brown, about 15 minutes.
  • If freezing, allow the casseroles to cool to room temperature, then cover tightly with foil and freeze. To reheat, bake at 400 degrees F for 30 minutes.

SPINACH AND ARTICHOKE CASSEROLE



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We have this recipe with our Thanksgiving dinner annually. I was looking for a similar recipe online and couldn't find one, so I asked my mother to send it to me.

Provided by MSLIB5

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Greens

Time 50m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 (10 ounce) packages frozen chopped spinach
½ cup water
½ cup butter
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese
1 (8 ounce) can sliced water chestnuts, drained
garlic powder, or to taste
1 (14 ounce) can artichoke hearts, drained and halved
½ cup bread crumbs
2 tablespoons butter, cut into small pieces

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Put spinach into a microwave-safe bowl. Pour water over the spinach. Cover bowl tightly with plastic wrap.
  • Cook in microwave oven on High, stirring occasionally, until the spinach is heated through, 9 to 11 minutes; transfer to a colander to drain, pressing to remove as much moisture from the spinach as possible.
  • Melt 1/2 cup butter in a saucepan over medium heat; add spinach, cream cheese, water chestnuts, and garlic powder. Cook and stir until the cheese melts, 5 to 7 minutes.
  • Spread artichoke hearts into the bottom of a baking dish. Spread spinach mixture over the artichoke hearts. Sprinkle bread crumbs over the spinach mixture. Dot top of casserole with butter pieces.
  • Bake in preheated oven until heated through, 20 to 25 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 302.6 calories, Carbohydrate 15.4 g, Cholesterol 68.9 mg, Fat 24.9 g, Fiber 4.1 g, Protein 7.1 g, SaturatedFat 15.4 g, Sodium 471.9 mg, Sugar 1.7 g

ARTICHOKE & SPINACH CHICKEN CASSEROLE



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Try this homey and comforting casserole for an alternate main dish at Thanksgiving. The spinach adds nice color, and the red pepper flakes add a pleasant, mild heat. -Janice Christofferson, Eagle River, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h15m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 20

3 cups uncooked bow tie pasta
2 tablespoons butter
1/2 pound sliced fresh mushrooms
1 medium onion, chopped
2 large eggs
1-1/2 cups 2% milk
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
3 cups cubed cooked chicken
1 can (14 ounces) water-packed quartered artichoke hearts, rinsed and drained
1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
TOPPING:
1/3 cup seasoned bread crumbs
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon butter, melted
1/2 teaspoon paprika

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Cook the pasta according to package directions; drain., In a large skillet, heat the butter over medium-high heat; sauté the mushrooms and onion until tender. Remove from heat., In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk and seasonings. Stir in chicken, artichoke hearts, spinach, cheeses and mushroom mixture. Stir in pasta., Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Bake, covered, 40 minutes. , Mix the topping ingredients; sprinkle over casserole. Bake, uncovered, until bubbly and topping is golden brown, 5-10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 455 calories, Fat 21g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 136mg cholesterol, Sodium 713mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 34g protein.

SPINACH ARTICHOKE CASSEROLE



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This is a variation of my usual spinach artichoke dip, with 3 boxes of spinach to make it a side dish. I made this for Thanksgiving and my family loved it. The basis of this recipe is Tiffany's dip on allrecipes. Reduce the spinach to one box to use as a dip.

Provided by JaneinRI

Categories     Spinach

Time 35m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 (10 ounce) boxes frozen chopped spinach, thawed
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
1/4 cup grated romano cheese
2 cloves garlic, peeled and minced (I used jarred)
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon seasoning salt
1 (14 ounce) can artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
1/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350.
  • Lightly grease a 2-qt casserole dish.
  • Drain thawed spinach- I wring it out in a cotton dish towel.
  • Mix all ingredients except mozzarella in a large mixing bowl.
  • Transfer mixture to baking dish, top with mozzarella.
  • Bake covered for 15 minutes, remove cover and bake an additional 10 minutes, until bubbly.

SPINACH ARTICHOKE CASSEROLE



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Make and share this Spinach Artichoke Casserole recipe from Food.com.

Provided by hopefulchef

Categories     High In...

Time 45m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 ounce frozen chopped spinach
2 (8 ounce) cans artichoke hearts
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup sour cream
1 cup grated parmesan cheese
1 cup grated monterey jack pepper cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees, spray 8 x 8 casserole dish with cooking spray.
  • Microwave spinach for 5 minutes, squeeze dry with paper towels.
  • Drain artichoke hearts and coarsely grind in food processor.
  • Combine all ingredients (except pepperjack cheese) in large bowl and stir until well blended.
  • Spread into bottom of casserole dish and sprinkle with Pepper Jack cheese.
  • Bake 30 minutes. Serve with tortilla chips.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 298.7, Fat 21.2, SaturatedFat 10, Cholesterol 45, Sodium 758.9, Carbohydrate 15, Fiber 4.2, Sugar 2.3, Protein 14.6

LITE SPINACH-ARTICHOKE CASSEROLE



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This is a side dish that will be reminiscent of spinach-artichoke dips. However, unlike the dip, this is a healthy side dish that you can enjoy as often as you like! For a complete meal, enjoy this side dish with baked fish or chicken and some oven-baked red potatoes.

Provided by CookinDiva

Categories     Spinach

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (12 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, cooked and well drained
1 (14 ounce) can artichoke hearts, water packed, chopped
1 cup light sour cream
4 ounces light cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup parmesan cheese, shredded
1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
1/2 teaspoon hot sauce (optional)
1/4 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
1/4 cup Ritz cracker, crushed (or bread crumbs)

Steps:

  • Cook and drain spinach thoroughly. Drain and chop artichokes.
  • To spinach and artichokes, add all other ingredients EXCEPT breadcrumbs.
  • Pour mixture into a sprayed 8x8 or 9x9 pan. Cover with foil.
  • Bake 400 degrees 20 minutes. Uncover; top with crushed crackers. Bake an additional 5 minutes until bubbling.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 255.2, Fat 15.3, SaturatedFat 9.4, Cholesterol 47.2, Sodium 641.1, Carbohydrate 20, Fiber 8, Sugar 1.9, Protein 14.1

SPINACH AND ARTICHOKE PASTA BAKE



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Provided by Katie Lee Biegel

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

One 10-ounce bag frozen spinach
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more for the pasta water
1 pound rigatoni
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
Pinch crushed red pepper flakes
One 4-ounce jar artichoke hearts packed in oil, drained and roughly chopped
4 ounces cream cheese, cubed
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup grated Parmesan
1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella

Steps:

  • Microwave the spinach according to the package instructions, then allow to cool slightly. Squeeze out the excess water with a kitchen towel and set aside.
  • Bring a large pot of heavily salted water to a boil. Add the rigatoni and cook 2 minutes less than the package instructions. Reserve 1 1/2 cups of the pasta water before draining.
  • In a large room-temperature saucepan, add the olive oil and garlic. Turn on the heat to medium and allow the garlic to cook until lightly browned, 1 to 2 minutes. Add the crushed red pepper flakes, then add the spinach and artichokes and saute 2 to 3 minutes. Add about 3/4 cup pasta water and the cream cheese and dried basil to the saucepan and allow the cream cheese to melt, 3 to 4 minutes. Add 1/4 to 1/2 cup more of the pasta water if necessary to thin out the sauce, and season with salt and pepper. Stir in the grated Parmesan.
  • Add the rigatoni to the sauce and stir to coat. Transfer to a 9-by-13-inch baking dish (if your pan is oven-safe, you can skip this step). Top with the shredded mozzarella. Broil on high until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown, about 5 minutes. Serve immediately.

BAKED SPINACH & ARTICHOKE CASSEROLE



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Make and share this Baked Spinach & Artichoke Casserole recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Tracey D Mizell

Categories     Vegetable

Time 50m

Yield 1 casserole, 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 (10 ounce) packages frozen spinach, chopped
1/4 cup butter
1/2 cup onion, chopped
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can artichoke hearts, chopped
16 ounces sour cream
1/2 cup parmesan cheese, grated and divided
salt
pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°.
  • Cook and drain spinach according to package directions. Set aside.
  • In a hot skillet, saute onions in melted butter until tender and clear.
  • Add spinach and stir until well incorporated. Remove from heat.
  • Add chopped artichoke hearts, sour cream, 1/4 cup parmesan, salt and pepper (to taste).
  • Spoon mixture into 1 1/2 Quart prepared casserole dish.
  • Top with remaining parmesan.
  • Bake for 25 - 30 minutes at 350° until bubbly.
  • Enjoy.

ARTICHOKE SPINACH CASSEROLE



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Although he isn't a fan of spinach, my husband loves this dish. The combination of ingredients may sound unusual, but the flavors meld well. It's an excellent side vegetable for a formal dinner. -Judy Johnson, Missoula, Montana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 50m

Yield 14 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 pound fresh mushrooms, sliced
1/3 cup chicken broth
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1/2 cup evaporated milk
4 packages (10 ounces each) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) diced tomatoes, drained
2 cans (14 ounces each) water-packed artichoke hearts, rinsed, drained and thinly sliced
1 cup sour cream
1/2 cup mayonnaise
3 tablespoons lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
Paprika, optional

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook mushrooms and broth over medium heat until tender, about 3 minutes. Remove mushrooms with a slotted spoon and set aside. , Whisk flour and milk until smooth; add to skillet. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes. Remove from the heat; stir in spinach, tomatoes and mushrooms. , Place half of the sliced artichoke hearts in an ungreased 13x9-in. baking dish. Top with half of the spinach mixture. Repeat layers. Combine sour cream, mayonnaise, lemon juice, garlic powder, salt and pepper; dollop over casserole. Sprinkle with paprika if desired. , Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 136 calories, Fat 10g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 17mg cholesterol, Sodium 249mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

SPINACH & ARTICHOKE CASSEROLE



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This is a delicious side dish for a holiday dinner. I found the recipe in Good Housekeeping (Dec., 2003) but it's originally from the Mabbettsville Market, in Millbrook, New York. This doubles easily for a larger crowd or potluck.

Provided by Hey Jude

Categories     Spinach

Time 40m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 (10 ounce) packages frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
1 (13 3/4 ounce) can artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
1/2 cup heavy cream
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
2/3 cup grated parmesan cheese
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
1 cup milk

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°; in a bowl, combine spinach, artichokes, cream, salt, pepper and 1/3 cup parmesan.
  • In a small bowl, beat cream cheese until fluffy, occasionally scraping bowl with a spachula; reduce mixer speed and gradually add milk, mixing just until well blended.
  • Spoon spinach mixture into a shallow 1 1/2 quart casserole or 8'x8' glass baking dish; pour cream cheese mixture evenly over spinach mixture; sprinkle with remaining 1/3 cup parmesan and bake 25-30 minutes or until edges bubble and top is golden.
  • Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 252.2, Fat 19.5, SaturatedFat 12, Cholesterol 63.2, Sodium 482.2, Carbohydrate 11.5, Fiber 4.8, Sugar 1.2, Protein 11.2

SPINACH-AND-ARTICHOKE CASSEROLE



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Provided by Julia Reed

Categories     dinner, casseroles, main course

Time 40m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 tablespoon butter for greasing baking dish, 1/2 cup butter, melted, for casserole, plus 1 tablespoon, melted, for topping
2 (10-ounce) packages frozen chopped spinach
1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese, softened
1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
1 (14-ounce) can artichoke hearts, drained and quartered
1/2 cup coarse Ritz cracker crumbs (about 10 crackers)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Butter a shallow 2-quart casserole.
  • Cook the spinach according to the package directions, drain well and place in a mixing bowl. Add 1/2 cup of melted butter, the cream cheese and lemon juice and blend well with a fork.
  • Scatter the artichoke quarters evenly over the bottom of the greased casserole dish. Cover with the spinach mixture and smooth the top.
  • Cover the top with the Ritz crumbs, drizzle with 1 tablespoon melted butter and bake on the middle rack until bubbly in the center and lightly browned on the top, about 25 minutes. Cool about 5 minutes and serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 157, UnsaturatedFat 4 grams, Carbohydrate 11 grams, Fat 11 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 6 grams, SaturatedFat 6 grams, Sodium 235 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams, TransFat 0 grams

ASPARAGUS-SPINACH-ARTICHOKE CASSEROLE



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Creamy, cheesy, keto-friendly vegetables. Bonus: All of the ingredients can be found at Costco®! Our family loved it. Throw something crunchy on top of the finished product if desired, such as Parmesan crackers or bacon crumbles.

Provided by Steven James

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Casserole Recipes     Vegetable

Time 53m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 (15 ounce) cans asparagus, drained
1 (6.5 ounce) jar marinated artichoke hearts, drained
1 (13.5 ounce) can spinach, drained
1 (4 ounce) can sliced mushrooms, drained
1 cup heavy whipping cream
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese
½ cup vegetable broth, or to taste
½ teaspoon dried Italian seasoning, or to taste
½ teaspoon garlic powder, or to taste
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese
½ (8 ounce) package sharp Cheddar cheese (such as Kerrygold™ Dubliner), sliced

Steps:

  • Spread asparagus across the bottom of a 9x13-inch casserole dish. Scatter artichoke hearts on top. Place the casserole dish in the oven; this will remove some residual moisture from the vegetables as the oven heats.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Place spinach and mushrooms in a microwave-safe bowl. Heat in microwave until moisture evaporates, about 5 minutes.
  • Transfer spinach and mushrooms into a pot over medium heat. Add heavy cream, cream cheese, and broth. Cook and stir continuously until cream cheese melts and sauce thickens, about 5 minutes. Reduce heat to low. Stir in Italian seasoning and garlic powder; cook until flavors meld, about 3 minutes.
  • Remove casserole from the oven; pour sauce over the vegetables. Top with Cheddar cheese slices.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until top is lightly browned and edges are crumbly, about 20 minutes. Let cool for about 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 326.3 calories, Carbohydrate 8.3 g, Cholesterol 93.6 mg, Fat 29.5 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 10.2 g, SaturatedFat 17.8 g, Sodium 599.7 mg, Sugar 0.7 g

Tips:

  • For a creamier casserole, use a combination of half-and-half and milk instead of all milk.
  • Fresh spinach can be used instead of frozen spinach. Just be sure to wilt it first by sautéing it in a little olive oil until it's soft.
  • Add a cup of cooked chicken or shrimp to the casserole for a protein boost.
  • Top the casserole with a sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese before baking for a golden brown crust.
  • Serve the casserole with a side of crusty bread or crackers for dipping.

Conclusion:

This lite spinach artichoke casserole is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that's perfect for any occasion. It's packed with flavor and nutrients, and it's sure to be a hit with your family and friends. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give this casserole a try. You won't be disappointed!

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