Best 12 Rice Spinach And Cheese Bake Recipes

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In this comprehensive guide, we'll take you on a culinary journey to create the ultimate rice spinach and cheese bake. With just a few simple ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions, we'll help you craft a dish that's bursting with flavor, color, and texture. From selecting the right type of rice to finding the perfect blend of cheeses, we'll share our expert tips and tricks to ensure your rice spinach and cheese bake becomes a family favorite. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get ready to indulge in a delectable dish that's perfect for any occasion.

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SPINACH RICE CASSEROLE



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Spinach Rice Casserole is a cheesy, comforting hug that is much more than the sum of its parts. This simple heritage recipe finds new fans today. Serve with a salad, for lunch or dinner.

Time 1h

Yield Serves 6.

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 cups cooked rice {She used white, I use brown}
1 (10-ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained (no need to squeeze it bone dry)
4 tablespoons butter, melted
1 tablespoon finely minced onion {I use 1/4 cup chopped shallot or onion}
1/2 teaspoon salt {I use seasoned salt}
3/4 pound (12 ounces) grated sharp Cheddar cheese (I used 10 ounces Kerrygold Reserve Cheddar}
1 cup milk
4 eggs

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350F degrees. Lightly mist a casserole dish with nonstick spray. I usually use a pretty oval dish, but you could use an 8- or 9-inch square dish if you like.
  • In a large bowl, add cooked rice, spinach, butter, onion, salt and cheese. In a 4-cup measure, pour milk and add eggs. Whisk to combine. Pour into the bowl with rice-spinach mixture and stir well to combine.
  • Pour into prepared casserole dish and bake for 45 minutes.
  • Remove from oven and serve.
  • Serves 6.

CHEESY SPINACH RICE CASSEROLE



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An easy doctored up rice dish that always gets rave reviews!

Provided by Liz Berg

Categories     Sides

Time 55m

Number Of Ingredients 7

One 6 ounce package of Long Grain and Wild Rice (I use Uncle Ben's)
1/4 cup butter, melted
1 tablespoon chopped onion
10-ounce package of frozen chopped spinach, defrosted and squeezed dry
2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
3/4 teaspoon dry mustard
1/2 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Cook rice according to package instructions.
  • While rice is cooking, preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
  • In a small pan, melt the butter and add the onion. Cook for a couple of minutes to soften.
  • Scrape onion and butter into a large mixing bowl. Add spinach, mustard, and salt. Mix to combine.
  • When rice is cooked, add to the bowl along with the cheese. Mix well and pour into an 8 x 8-inch casserole dish.
  • Bake, uncovered for 30-40 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 250 calories, Carbohydrate 8 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 54 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 19 grams fat, Fiber 2 grams fiber, Protein 12 grams protein, SaturatedFat 12 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 1, Sodium 497 milligrams sodium, Sugar 1 grams sugar, TransFat 0 grams trans fat, UnsaturatedFat 6 grams unsaturated fat

BAKED RICE WITH SPINACH AND PARMESAN CHEESE



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If you're looking for a way to make plain rice more appetizing, this is an excellent choice. It's baked with spinach, Parmesan cheese, and herbs.

Provided by Diana Rattray

Categories     Side Dish     Dinner

Time 45m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 small onion (about 1/2 to 3/4 cup finely chopped)
4 1/2 to 5 cups chicken stock (unsalted or low sodium)
2 cups long grain rice (uncooked)
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
6 ounces fresh spinach (coarsely chopped, about packed 4 cups)
3 tablespoons chopped fresh herbs (e.g., dill, basil, thyme, chives, etc.)
1 cup shredded fresh Parmesan cheese (about 4 ounces, or 2/3 cup grated)
Kosher salt (to taste)
3 tablespoons olive oil

Steps:

  • Heat the oven to 400 F.
  • Grease a 3-quart baking dish or casserole.
  • Peel the onion and chop it finely.
  • Heat the olive oil in a medium saucepan or saute pan over medium heat. Add the finely chopped onion and cook until it is softened and translucent, stirring frequently. Add 4 1/2 cups of chicken stock and continue cooking until the stock comes to a simmer.
  • Put the rice in a colander or mesh strainer and rinse with cold water.
  • Transfer the rice to the prepared baking dish or casserole; add the chicken stock and onion mixture and stir the mixture gently until blended.
  • Bake the rice, uncovered, in the preheated oven for 25 minutes, or until the liquid is almost absorbed. Stir the rice occasionally and add more stock, if necessary.
  • Meanwhile, give the spinach a rough chop
  • De-stem and chop the herbs finely.
  • Remove the casserole from the oven and stir in the pepper, spinach, herbs, and Parmesan cheese. Taste the rice and add salt, if necessary. If the mixture seems dry, add more chicken stock.
  • Cover the baking dish tightly with foil and return it to the oven. Bake the casserole for about 5 minutes longer, or until the rice is tender and the spinach has wilted.
  • Stir the rice mixture with a fork to fluff.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 166 kcal, Carbohydrate 14 g, Cholesterol 16 mg, Fiber 1 g, Protein 9 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Sodium 307 mg, Sugar 1 g, Fat 8 g, ServingSize 8 servings, UnsaturatedFat 0 g

RICE & SPINACH BAKE



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Make and share this Rice & Spinach Bake recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Dancer

Categories     Rice

Time 40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

10 ounces frozen spinach
1 cup cooked rice
1 cup cheddar cheese, lowfat,shredded
2 eggs, slightly beaten
2 tablespoons margarine, softened
1/4 teaspoon rosemary, crushed
1/3 cup milk
2 tablespoons chopped onions
1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Cook and drain spinach.
  • Mix spinach, cooked rice, cheese, eggs, margarine, rosemary, milk, onion, worcestershire sauce and salt.
  • Place in a 10 x 6-inch casserole dish and bake 20 to 25 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 301.6, Fat 19, SaturatedFat 8.4, Cholesterol 138.3, Sodium 933.1, Carbohydrate 18.9, Fiber 2.6, Sugar 1.3, Protein 15.1

EASY RICE BAKE CASSEROLE



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Provided by Patrick and Gina Neely : Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 50m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons butter, plus more for dish
1 small onion, minced
Pinch cayenne pepper
1 package frozen spinach, thawed, drained and chopped
1 cup milk
2 eggs
2 cups shredded sharp Cheddar, plus extra for top
4 cups cooked rice
1 teaspoon freshly chopped parsley leaves
1 teaspoon freshly chopped thyme leaves
1 teaspoon chopped basil leaves
Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Butter a large casserole dish.
  • In a large pan over medium-high heat, saute onions with 2 tablespoons of butter and cayenne until translucent. Add the spinach and cook for 3 minutes. Set aside.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together milk and eggs.
  • Add the cheese, rice, parsley, thyme, basil and spinach mixture and combine well. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Pour into prepared casserole dish and top with extra shredded cheese. Bake for 30 minutes and serve piping hot.

KITTENCAL'S SPINACH PARMESAN RICE BAKE



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This is a wonderful easy side dish to chicken or meat and any leftovers freeze wonderful, it may also be baked in a 10-inch deep-dish pie plate and cut into wedges, this may be doubled but I would still only use one package or spinach or maybe 1-1/2 packages adding in too much spinach will overpower all other ingredients, prep time does not include cooking the rice --- FOR FREEZING prepare recipe as directed but do not bake, wrap pan in plastic wrap then tightly in foil and freeze, to serve thaw over night in refrigerator, remove wrapping bake at 350°F for 25-30 minutes or until hot.

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Vegetable

Time 40m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach (cooked according to package directions then hand squeezed dry to remove excess moisture)
2 cups cooked white rice (use cold rice for this) or 2 cups brown rice (use cold rice for this)
1/3 cup melted butter
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (can use feta but reduce to only 1/4-1/3 cup crumbled) or 2 cups swiss cheese (can use feta but reduce to only 1/4-1/3 cup crumbled)
3/4 cup grated parmesan cheese (or to taste)
1/3 cup chopped onions or 2 large green onions, chopped
1 -2 garlic clove, minced (or 1/2-1 teaspoon garlic powder)
3 large eggs, beaten
3/4 cup milk or 3/4 cup half-and-half cream
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper, to taste (optional)
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper (or to taste)
seasoning salt (to taste or can use white salt)
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese, for topping
grated mozzarella cheese (add on the last 5 minutes of baking) (optional)

Steps:

  • Set oven to 350°F.
  • Generously grease a 11 x 7-inch baking dish.
  • In a large bowl, combine all ingredients with a wooden spoon, mixing very well to combine.
  • Season with salt, pepper and cayenne to taste.
  • Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish then sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
  • Bake uncovered or covered for 25 minutes or until set (over baking will cause a heavier denser texture if you prefer a lighter texture then bake just until set).
  • Top with mozzarella cheese the last 5 minutes of baking (if using).
  • Note: for a more fluffier texture casserole, 4 eggs may be used.

SPINACH RICE



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Even if you don't like spinach, you will love this creamy rice dish. Add more or less jalapeno peppers to your liking.

Provided by Marites

Categories     Side Dish     Rice Side Dish Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

⅓ cup uncooked long grain white rice
⅔ cup water
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted
¼ cup milk
2 fresh jalapeno peppers, seeded and chopped
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
2 tablespoons butter
½ cup chopped onion
1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained
4 ounces processed cheese food, cubed

Steps:

  • In a pot, bring the rice and water to a boil. Cover, reduce heat to low, and simmer 20 minutes.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a medium baking dish.
  • In a bowl, mix the soup, milk, jalapeno peppers, salt, and pepper.
  • Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium-low heat, and cook the onion until tender. Mix in the cooked rice and spinach. Pour the soup mixture into the skillet, and continue cooking until heated through. Mix in the cubed processed cheese, and transfer to the prepared baking dish.
  • Bake 25 minutes in the preheated oven, until bubbly and lightly browned.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 207.4 calories, Carbohydrate 17.9 g, Cholesterol 30 mg, Fat 12.1 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 7.8 g, SaturatedFat 6.2 g, Sodium 830.3 mg, Sugar 3.2 g

SPINACH RICE BAKE



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This is one of my best, most requested spinach recipes. It's tasty.-Kathy Kittell, Lenexa, Kansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 45m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach
1 cup cooked long grain rice
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
1/3 cup 2% milk
3 tablespoons finely chopped onion
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
2 tablespoons butter, softened
1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg

Steps:

  • Cook spinach according to package directions; drain well. Add the remaining ingredients. Transfer to a greased 1-qt. baking dish. , Cover and bake at 350° for 20 minutes. Uncover; bake 20-25 minutes longer or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 273 calories, Fat 17g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 154mg cholesterol, Sodium 330mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 13g protein.

RICE SPINACH CASSEROLE



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"This nicely seasoned casserole combines popular rice and the goodness of fresh spinach," says Mathilda Navias of Tiffin, Ohio. "Topped with Parmesan cheese, it's a savory side dish with any meat."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 45m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup chopped onion
1 teaspoon olive oil
1-1/2 cups uncooked long grain rice
2 cups chicken or vegetable broth
2 cups water
1 package (10 ounces) fresh spinach, torn
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, saute onion in oil until tender. Add rice; cook and stir for 2 minutes. Add broth and water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15 minutes. Stir in the spinach, salt and pepper; cook until spinach is wilted., Transfer to a 2-qt. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese. Cover and bake at 375° for 20-25 minutes or until rice is tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 174 calories, Fat 2g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 386mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 6g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

BAKED SPINACH RICE



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A favorite family casserole, updated. My mother served this as a side dish for company. I have adapted it, using fresh spinach and other embellishments.

Provided by David Tanis

Categories     casseroles, side dish

Time 1h

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 pound spinach (about 2 bunches), washed
1 1/2 cups long-grain white rice, such as Carolina or jasmine
Salt and pepper
2 tablespoons butter, plus more to butter the baking dish
1 cup grated Parmesan
1/2 cup slivered almonds
1 cup ricotta
1 cup grated Gruyère or other Swiss cheese
1/4 cup currants
Pinch of grated nutmeg
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
1 teaspoon chopped thyme
1 teaspoon chopped sage

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of well-salted water to a boil. Add spinach and wilt for 30 seconds. Remove with a wire mesh spider or tongs and rinse in a colander with cold water. Squeeze dry and chop roughly.
  • In the same pot, boil the rice for 10 minutes, keeping it slightly underdone. Drain and spread on a baking sheet to cool, then transfer to a large bowl.
  • Heat oven to 375 degrees. Butter a 2-quart soufflé dish (or other baking dish) and dust with about 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan.
  • Melt 2 tablespoons butter in a small skillet over medium heat. Add almonds and cook, stirring, until golden, about 2 minutes. Season lightly with salt and add contents of skillet to rice.
  • Add remaining Parmesan to rice, along with the ricotta, Gruyère, currants, nutmeg, lemon zest, thyme and sage. Season lightly with salt and add pepper to taste. Add chopped spinach and gently toss rice with hands or wooden spoons to distribute ingredients evenly. Transfer mixture to prepared baking dish. (May be prepared up to this point several hours in advance of baking.)
  • Cover and bake for 30 minutes, then uncover and bake 10 minutes more, until top is browned.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 348, UnsaturatedFat 10 grams, Carbohydrate 14 grams, Fat 24 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 22 grams, SaturatedFat 13 grams, Sodium 633 milligrams, Sugar 5 grams, TransFat 0 grams

CRUNCHY CHEESY FISH AND SPINACH CASSEROLE



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What a great way to combine all food groups into one casserole dish. So yummy, the kids won't even mind eating their veggies. Also a good meal idea for the working mom; it's simple to put together and cooks quickly in the oven. Substitute any mild white fish for the cod if desired.

Provided by mstopka

Categories     Seafood     Fish

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

cooking spray
1 pound fresh spinach
1 teaspoon garlic salt
1 pound cod, cut into large pieces
1 lemon, zested and juiced
1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
1 teaspoon sea salt
½ teaspoon cracked black pepper
1 cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
¼ cup Italian-seasoned bread crumbs
¼ cup panko bread crumbs

Steps:

  • Preheat an oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C). Spray a 9x13-inch casserole dish with cooking spray.
  • Evenly spread spinach in the bottom of prepared casserole dish; sprinkle with garlic salt. Arrange fish atop spinach, keeping the pieces side by side and larger pieces toward the outside of dish. Top fish with lemon zest, lemon juice, dill, sea salt, and black pepper.
  • Combine Cheddar cheese, Italian-seasoned bread crumbs, and panko bread crumbs in a bowl; spread evenly over fish. Cover dish with aluminum foil.
  • Bake in the preheated for 12 to 15 minutes; uncover and cook until fish flakes easily with a fork and topping is lightly browned and crunchy, 5 to 8 more minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 279.8 calories, Carbohydrate 14.7 g, Cholesterol 78.5 mg, Fat 11.2 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 32.3 g, SaturatedFat 6.2 g, Sodium 1361.6 mg, Sugar 0.9 g

RICE WITH SPINACH AND FETA CHEESE



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Categories     Rice     Tomato     Side     Sauté     High Fiber     Dinner     Feta     Spinach     Simmer     Bon Appétit     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free

Yield Serves 4 to 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/4 cup olive oil
1 large onion, chopped
2 large garlic cloves, minced
1 1/4 cups long-grain white rice
2 cups canned beef broth or low-salt chicken broth
1/2 cup dry white wine
2 10-ounce packages fresh spinach leaves
1 cup chopped seeded tomatoes
1 cup crumbled feta cheese

Steps:

  • Heat oil in heavy large pot over medium-high heat. Add onion and garlic and sauté until onion is tender, about 6 minutes. Add rice and stir until rice is translucent, about 2 minutes. Add broth and wine and bring to boil. Reduce heat to low; cover and cook until rice is almost tender, about 15 minutes. Mix in spinach. Cover and cook until rice and spinach are tender and all liquid is absorbed, about 8 minutes longer. Mix in tomatoes and cheese. Season with salt and pepper and serve.

Tips:

  • Use fresh spinach: Fresh spinach has a more vibrant flavor and a better texture than frozen spinach. If you're using frozen spinach, be sure to thaw it completely before adding it to the dish.
  • Don't overcook the spinach: Spinach cooks quickly, so be careful not to overcook it. Overcooked spinach will become limp and lose its flavor.
  • Use a good quality cheese: The cheese is one of the key ingredients in this dish, so it's important to use a good quality cheese. I recommend using a sharp cheddar cheese or a Parmesan cheese.
  • Season the dish well: Be sure to season the dish well with salt and pepper. You can also add other spices, such as garlic powder, onion powder, or paprika, to taste.
  • Serve the dish immediately: This dish is best served immediately after it's cooked. The spinach will start to wilt if it sits for too long.

Conclusion:

Rice, spinach, and cheese bake is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that's perfect for a weeknight meal. It's packed with flavor and nutrients, and it's sure to be a hit with the whole family. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy dinner, give this recipe a try!

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