Best 9 Rich Spinach Casserole Recipes

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Spinach casserole is a versatile dish that can be prepared in a variety of ways, so you can easily find a recipe that suits your taste. This classic dish is typically made using spinach, cheese, eggs, and sometimes additional vegetables or meat. Spinach casserole is a beloved comfort food that is perfect for a cold night or a special occasion.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

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

RICH SPINACH CASSEROLE



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"I found this recipe in an old slow cooker cookbook," recalls Vioda Geyer of Uhrichsville, Ohio. "When I took the side dish to our church sewing circle, it was a big hit."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 2h40m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 packages (10 ounces each) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and well drained
2 cups 4% cottage cheese
1 cup cubed process cheese (Velveeta)
3/4 cup egg substitute
2 tablespoons butter, cubed
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • In a 3-qt. slow cooker, combine all ingredients. Cover and cook on low for 2-1/2 hours or until the cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 162 calories, Fat 9g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 29mg cholesterol, Sodium 607mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 13g protein.

CREAMED SPINACH CASSEROLE



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Provided by Trisha Yearwood

Categories     side-dish

Time 40m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 small onion, finely chopped
1 1/4 cups heavy cream
1/4 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
1/8 teaspoon cayenne
Two 10-ounce packages frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup grated Parmesan
2 ounces cream cheese
2 tablespoons panko breadcrumbs

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add the garlic and onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 6 minutes. Add the heavy cream, nutmeg and cayenne and bring to a simmer. Simmer, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened, about 5 minutes. Mix in the spinach, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 cup of the Parmesan. Add the cream cheese and stir until melted. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Transfer the mixture to a 1 1/2- to 2-quart baking dish and sprinkle with the panko and remaining 1/4 cup Parmesan. Bake until bubbling and light golden on top, about 15 minutes.

SPINACH AND RICE CASSEROLE



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I cut this out of either a copy of Light and Tasty or Simple and Delicious years ago. We enjoy this with simple roasted meat, but I can eat it on its own as a main dish.

Provided by DeniseBC

Categories     White Rice

Time 1h

Yield 1 casserole, 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (10 ounce) bag fresh spinach
1 cup chopped onion
1 teaspoon olive oil
1 1/2 cups uncooked rice
2 cups chicken broth
2 cups water
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/4 cup shredded parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Tear spinach into bite sized pieces, removing stems and set aside.
  • In a large saucepan, saute onion in olive oil until tender. Add rice. Cook, stirring constantly, for 2 minutes. Add chicken broth and water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover and simmer for 15 minutes.
  • Stir in spinach, salt and pepper and cook until spinach is wilted.
  • Transfer mixture to a 2 quart prepared baking dish. Sprinkle with cheese.
  • Cover and bake at 375 for 20-25 minutes or until rice is tender. Remove lid and turn oven to broil to brown cheese a bit.

INCREDIBLE SPINACH CASSEROLE



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Mom found this recipe years and years ago. It is now a staple at every family gathering. Quick and easy, almost foolproof and once tried, spinach haters will rave.

Provided by OhMyStars

Categories     Spinach

Time 33m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 3

3 (10 ounce) packages frozen chopped spinach
1 cup sour cream
1 package onion soup mix

Steps:

  • Cook spinach or just thaw it- I usually microwave for several minutes.
  • Drain very well.
  • Add sour cream and onion soup mix. Mix thoroughly.
  • Place in casserole dish.
  • Bake uncovered for 30 minutes at 350 degrees.

EASY SPINACH CASSEROLE



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Couldn't be easier or yummier!

Provided by Barbara

Categories     Side Dish     Casseroles     Spinach Casserole

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 (10 ounce) packages frozen chopped spinach
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese
1 teaspoon seasoning salt
1 cup dried bread crumbs, seasoned

Steps:

  • Thaw spinach and squeeze out water. Soften cream cheese.
  • In a mixing bowl, combine spinach, cream cheese and seasoning salt. Mix well and spoon into 2 quart casserole dish.
  • Sprinkle with bread crumbs and bake at 350 degrees F (175 degree C) for 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 235.1 calories, Carbohydrate 18.8 g, Cholesterol 41.3 mg, Fat 14.7 g, Fiber 3.7 g, Protein 9.1 g, SaturatedFat 8.5 g, Sodium 685.3 mg, Sugar 1.8 g

SPINACH-CHEDDAR CASSEROLE



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Categories     Egg     Brunch     Side     Bake     Vegetarian     Quick & Easy     Lunch     Casserole/Gratin     Cheddar     Spinach     Bon Appétit     Sugar Conscious     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield 8 to 10 side-dish Servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 eggs
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 10-ounce package frozen chopped spinach, thawed, squeezed dry
1 16-ounce container cottage cheese
1 bunch green onions, chopped
1 cup packed grated sharp cheddar cheese
1/4 cup all purpose flour
3 tablespoons chopped fresh dill or 1 tablespoon dillweed

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Butter 8x8x2-inch glass baking dish. Beat eggs, salt and pepper to blend in large bowl. Mix in spinach. Add remaining ingredients and stir until well blended. Transfer mixture to prepared dish.
  • Bake casserole until center is firm and top is golden, about 45 minutes.

SKINNY SPINACH AND RICE CASSEROLE



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72% less sat fat • 43% fewer calories • 61% less fat than the original recipe. Give a favorite casserole a makeover using brown rice for whole-grain benefits.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 1h

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 teaspoons olive oil
3 medium carrots, chopped (1 1/2 cups)
2/3 cup chopped celery
1 medium onion, chopped (1/2 cup)
1 clove garlic, finely chopped
1 3/4 cups water
1 can (10 3/4 oz) condensed 98% fat-free cream of mushroom soup
2 boxes (9 oz each) frozen chopped spinach, thawed, drained
1 1/2 cups uncooked instant brown rice
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 cup diced cooked ham
3/4 cup shredded reduced-fat Cheddar cheese (3 oz)
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Spray 13x9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish with cooking spray.
  • In 3-quart saucepan, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add carrots, celery, onion and garlic; cook 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add water and soup; heat to boiling. Add spinach, rice, Italian seasoning and pepper; return to boiling. Remove from heat; stir in ham, 1/4 cup of the Cheddar cheese and the Parmesan cheese. Spread in baking dish. Cover with foil.
  • Bake 30 to 35 minutes or until bubbly. Sprinkle with remaining 1/2 cup Cheddar cheese. Let stand uncovered 5 minutes or until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 220, Carbohydrate 26 g, Cholesterol 15 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 3 g, Protein 12 g, SaturatedFat 2 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 780 mg, Sugar 3 g, TransFat 0 g

RICE AND SPINACH CASSEROLE WITH BASIL



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In this neo-casserole, a crisp crust of Parmesan and rice stands in for pastry, and luscious ricotta -- rather than cream -- cushions sauteed basil, spinach and zucchini.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Main Dish Recipes     Casserole Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 11

Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
2/3 cup long-grain brown rice
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for dish
2 medium zucchini, thinly sliced crosswise
2 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
2 scallions, thinly sliced
1 1/2 pounds fresh spinach
2 cups loosely packed fresh basil
1 1/4 cups ricotta cheese (about 9 ounces), drained for 30 minutes
5 large eggs
1/4 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese (from a 1-ounce piece)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Bring a medium saucepan of salted water to a boil. Add rice, stir once, and cook until tender, about 25 minutes. Drain.
  • Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a large saute pan over medium-high heat. Add zucchini, garlic, and scallions, and cook, stirring often, for 2 minutes. Reduce heat to medium, and cook, stirring often, until tender, 3 minutes more. Season with salt, and transfer to a bowl.
  • Return pan to medium heat, and add remaining tablespoon oil. Add spinach, and cook for 2 minutes. Add basil, and cook, stirring occasionally, until bright green and wilted, about 2 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Drain.
  • Whisk ricotta and eggs in a large bowl. Add 1 1/2 cups cooked rice to mixture. Stir in cooked zucchini and spinach-basil mixtures. Add 3/4 teaspoon salt, and season with pepper.
  • Combine Parmesan and remaining cooked rice in a small bowl. Lightly coat a 9-inch round baking dish, 2 inches deep, with oil, and spoon ricotta mixture into dish. Top with Parmesan-rice mixture. Bake until filling is set and top is golden, 35 to 40 minutes. Let stand for 15 minutes before serving.

Tips:

  • Choose fresh spinach: Fresh spinach has a brighter green color and a more delicate flavor than frozen or canned spinach. If using frozen spinach, thaw it completely and squeeze out any excess water before using.
  • Use a variety of cheeses: Using a combination of cheeses, such as mozzarella, Parmesan, and ricotta, will give your casserole a richer flavor and texture.
  • Don't overcook the spinach: Overcooked spinach will be limp and mushy. Cook it just until it is wilted, about 2 minutes.
  • Season the casserole well: Use a combination of salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder to season the casserole. You can also add other herbs and spices, such as nutmeg or red pepper flakes, to taste.
  • Top the casserole with breadcrumbs: Breadcrumbs will give the casserole a crispy topping and help to absorb any excess moisture.

Conclusion:

Spinach casserole is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal or a special occasion. It is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables, and it is also a good source of protein and calcium. With so many different variations, there is sure to be a spinach casserole recipe that everyone will enjoy.

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