Best 8 Sausage Spinach Bake Recipes

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Sausage spinach bake is a classic comfort food dish that is easy to make and always a hit with family and friends. This delectable dish combines the savory flavors of sausage, the earthy taste of spinach, and a creamy, cheesy sauce to create a satisfying meal that will warm your soul. Whether you are looking for a quick and easy weeknight dinner or a special dish to serve at a potluck, sausage spinach bake is sure to be a crowd-pleaser.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

SAUSAGE SPINACH PASTA BAKE



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I've swapped in other meats-such as chicken sausage, veal or ground pork-and added in summer squash, zucchini, green beans and mushrooms, depending on what's in season. Also, fresh herbs really perk up the flavors. -Kim Forni, Laconia, New Hampshire

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 package (16 ounces) whole wheat spiral pasta
1 pound Italian turkey sausage links, casings removed
1 medium onion, chopped
5 garlic cloves, minced
1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
1/2 cup half-and-half cream
2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Cook pasta according to package directions., Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook turkey and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink. Add garlic. Cook 1 minute longer; drain. Stir in tomatoes, oregano, basil and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 10 minutes., Drain pasta; stir into turkey mixture. Add spinach and cream; heat through. Transfer to a 13x9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Sprinkle with cheeses. Bake, uncovered, 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 377 calories, Fat 11g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 50mg cholesterol, Sodium 622mg sodium, Carbohydrate 45g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 8g fiber), Protein 25g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

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

SAUSAGE SPINACH BAKE



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A friend gave me the recipe for this delicious dish, which uses a packaged stuffing mix. A salad and bread of your choice is all you'll need for a filling lunch or dinner. It's so versatile, you can even serve it at brunch. -Kathleen Grant, Swan Lake, Montana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch     Side Dishes

Time 1h

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 package (6 ounces) savory herb-flavored stuffing mix
1/2 pound bulk pork sausage
1/4 cup chopped green onions
1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
1-1/2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
1-1/2 cups half-and-half cream
3 large eggs
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Prepare stuffing according to package directions. Meanwhile, crumble sausage into a large skillet. Add onions; cook over medium heat until meat is no longer pink. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Drain., In a large bowl, combine the stuffing, sausage mixture and spinach. Transfer to a greased 11x7-in. baking dish; sprinkle with Monterey Jack cheese. In a small bowl, combine cream and eggs; pour over sausage mixture., Bake at 400° until a thermometer reads 160°, 35-40 minutes. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese; bake until bubbly, about 5 minutes longer.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 387 calories, Fat 26g fat (13g saturated fat), Cholesterol 143mg cholesterol, Sodium 740mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 16g protein.

SPINACH AND SAUSAGE EGG BAKE



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I've made this recipe for my coworkers, and it's always gone in no time. Leftovers are good, too. Pop a serving in the microwave for a few seconds, and it's just as good as fresh. -Paula Crockett, West Columbia, South Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 50m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 pound bulk pork sausage
1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
6 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
1/4 cup finely chopped onion
1/4 cup finely chopped sweet red pepper
1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
10 large eggs
3/4 cup 2% milk
2 teaspoons snipped fresh dill or 1/2 teaspoon dill weed
1-1/2 teaspoons chili powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°. In a large skillet, cook sausage over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Spoon into a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Layer with spinach, bacon, onion, red pepper and cheeses., In a large bowl, whisk eggs, milk and seasonings; pour over top. Bake 30-35 minutes or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Let stand 5 minutes before cutting.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 239 calories, Fat 18g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 213mg cholesterol, Sodium 472mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 15g protein.

SAUSAGE & SPINACH CRESCENT BAKE



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A classic Florentine casserole has spinach and cheese. I make a yummy version with mozzarella, mushrooms and sausage. It's gone in the blink of an eye at our house. -Noelle Carle, Bristow, Oklahoma

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 45m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pound bulk pork sausage
2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms
1 medium onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
4 ounces cream cheese, softened
1 cup half-and-half cream
1 tube (8 ounces) refrigerated crescent rolls

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a large skillet, cook sausage, mushrooms, onion and garlic over medium heat until sausage is no longer pink, breaking up sausage into crumbles, 6-8 minutes. Drain., Add spinach, mozzarella cheese, cream cheese and cream to sausage mixture; cook and stir until blended. Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish., Unroll crescent dough into 1 long rectangle; press perforations to seal. Place over sausage mixture. Bake, covered, 10 minutes. Bake, uncovered, until golden brown and filling is bubbly, 12-15 minutes longer. Let stand 5-10 minutes before cutting.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 401 calories, Fat 29g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 70mg cholesterol, Sodium 758mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 15g protein.

SPINACH BAKE WITH SAUSAGE



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My family wouldn't eat spinach until I found this recipe. Then it became a dish they frequently requested. It's a meal in itself, adds color to any menu and is well received at a potluck gathering. -Monna McConnell, Beaver Falls, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/4 pound bulk pork sausage
1/2 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup chopped celery
1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained
1 egg, beaten
1/2 cup dry bread crumbs
1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • In a small skillet, cook the sausage, onion and celery over medium heat until meat is no longer pink and vegetables are tender. Drain; remove from the heat. , Stir in the spinach, egg, crumbs, cheddar cheese and salt. Transfer to a greased shallow 1-qt. baking dish. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese. Cover and bake at 350° for 20 minutes or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 374 calories, Fat 20g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 144mg cholesterol, Sodium 1056mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 19g protein.

SPINACH AND SAUSAGE PHYLLO BAKE



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Company coming? Three cheeses, spinach and sausage create a delicious egg bake.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Breakfast

Time 1h55m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 lb bulk pork or Italian sausage
1/2 cup thinly sliced roasted red bell peppers (from a jar)
1 can (2 1/4 oz) sliced ripe olives, drained
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (4 oz)
5 eggs, beaten
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese (4 oz)
1 cup ricotta cheese
1 box (9 oz) frozen chopped spinach, thawed, squeezed to drain
16 sheets frozen phyllo (filo) pastry (18x14 inch), thawed
1/2 cup butter, melted

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. In 10-inch skillet, cook sausage over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until no longer pink; drain. Cool slightly. Stir in roasted peppers, olives, mozzarella cheese and eggs.
  • In medium bowl, mix Cheddar cheese, ricotta cheese and spinach.
  • Unroll phyllo pastry; cover with plastic wrap or towel. Place 1 sheet of phyllo in ungreased 13x9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish, folding to fit. Brush lightly with melted butter. Continue layering and brushing with butter 3 more sheets of phyllo.
  • Spoon half of the sausage mixture over phyllo in baking dish. Layer and brush with butter 4 more phyllo sheets. Top with spinach mixture. Layer and brush with butter 4 more phyllo sheets. Top with remaining sausage mixture. Layer and brush with butter remaining 4 phyllo sheets. Score top of phyllo in diamond shapes.
  • Bake 50 to 60 minutes or until puffed and golden brown. Let stand 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 530, Carbohydrate 32 g, Cholesterol 215 mg, Fat 2 1/2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 24 g, SaturatedFat 17 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 750 mg, Sugar 2 g, TransFat 1/2 g

SPINACH-SAUSAGE EGG BAKE



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"I always cook up a storm during the holidays," says Barbara Nowakowski of North Tonawanda, New York. Spinach and red peppers give festive Christmas color to her satisfying bake that boasts Italian sausage, lots of cheese and a short prep time.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 35m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 pound bulk Italian sausage
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 jar (7 ounces) roasted red peppers, drained and chopped, divided
1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon salt
8 large eggs
2 cups whole milk
1 cup shredded provolone cheese

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook sausage and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Transfer to a greased 3-qt. baking dish. Sprinkle with half of the red peppers; top with spinach. , In a large bowl, combine the flour, Parmesan cheese, basil and salt. Whisk eggs and milk; stir into flour mixture until blended. Pour over spinach., Bake, uncovered, at 425° for 15-20 minutes or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Top with provolone cheese and remaining red peppers. Bake 3-5 minutes longer or until cheese is melted. Let stand for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts :

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients for the best flavor.
  • If you don't have Italian sausage, you can use another type of sausage, such as breakfast sausage or chorizo.
  • Feel free to add other vegetables to the bake, such as chopped bell peppers, onions, or mushrooms.
  • Be sure to drain the spinach well before adding it to the bake, otherwise it will make the dish watery.
  • You can use any type of cheese that you like, but a good melting cheese, such as mozzarella or cheddar, will work best.
  • Serve the bake with a side of crusty bread or salad.

Conclusion:

This sausage spinach bake is an easy and delicious meal that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. It is packed with flavor and nutrients, and it is sure to be a hit with the whole family. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy dinner idea, give this sausage spinach bake a try. You won't be disappointed!

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