Best 8 Spinach Cheddar Bake Recipes

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Spinach cheddar bake is a classic comfort food dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is a creamy, cheesy casserole that is packed with flavor. The spinach adds a pop of color and nutrients, while the cheddar cheese provides a rich and gooey texture. This dish is also incredibly versatile and can be easily customized to your liking. Whether you are looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a showstopping dish for a special occasion, spinach cheddar bake is sure to please everyone at the table.

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SPINACH CHEDDAR BAKE



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Spinach is one of my favorite foods, so I make this easy recipe often, using frozen or canned spinach. -Julie Dixon, Hazelwood, Missouri

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 35m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and undrained
1/3 cup crushed saltines (about 6 crackers)
1 large egg, beaten
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
Salt to taste
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, divided

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the spinach, saltines, egg, onion powder and salt. Stir in 1/2 cup cheese. , Transfer to a greased 2-cup baking dish; sprinkle with remaining cheese. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 30 minutes or until cheese is melted and bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 313 calories, Fat 20g fat (13g saturated fat), Cholesterol 166mg cholesterol, Sodium 609mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 20g protein.

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

CREAMY CHEDDAR AND SPINACH CASSEROLE



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Broccoli or spinach casserole.

Provided by Teresa

Time 1h5m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 15

butter-flavored cooking spray
3 tablespoons butter
1 medium onion, chopped
2 (10 ounce) packages frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained
1 (10.5 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup
1 cup grated sharp Cheddar cheese
1 cup mayonnaise
2 large eggs
1 ½ teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1 ½ teaspoons lemon juice
½ teaspoon seasoned salt
½ teaspoon garlic powder
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
½ cup seasoned bread crumbs
2 tablespoons butter, cut into small pieces

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spray a 2-quart casserole dish with cooking spray.
  • Melt 3 tablespoons butter in a skillet over medium-low heat. Add onions and saute until translucent, 5 to 7 minutes. Transfer to a bowl.
  • Add spinach, condensed soup, Cheddar cheese, mayonnaise, eggs, Worcestershire sauce, lemon juice, seasoned salt, garlic powder, and pepper to the onions; stir to combine. Pour mixture into the prepared casserole. Sprinkle bread crumbs evenly over top and dot with remaining butter.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 339.6 calories, Carbohydrate 10.9 g, Cholesterol 72.8 mg, Fat 30.4 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 7.9 g, SaturatedFat 9.5 g, Sodium 644.7 mg, Sugar 2.1 g

SPINACH AND CHEDDAR STRATA



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This is a great option for a vegetarian dinner; the eggs, cheese, and milk provide plenty of protein.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Quick & Easy Recipes

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil
10 ounces spinach
3 cups day-old bread cubes (1 inch)
5 large eggs, lightly beaten
1 cup whole milk
1 1/4 cups grated sharp white cheddar (3 ounces)
Coarse salt and ground pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high. Add spinach and cook, stirring constantly, until wilted, about 2 minutes. Transfer to a colander and drain, pressing with a rubber spatula to release as much liquid as possible. Divide bread and spinach among 4 small, shallow 8-ounce baking dishes.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, and 3/4 cup cheese. Season with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Divide mixture evenly among baking dishes and top with 1/2 cup cheese. Set dishes on a rimmed baking sheet and bake until set in middle and golden brown on top, 20 to 25 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 398 g, Fat 23 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 23 g

SPINACH & CHEESE CASSEROLE



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From Parade Magazine: Looks terrible but taste absolutely awesome!! Easy to make and quick to get eaten. (I FIXED THE DIRECTIONS!! THANKS TO EVERYONE WHO REVIEWED AND EXPRESSED CONFUSION - I'M SORRY I HAD LEFT OUT WHEN TO ADD THE REST OF THE BUTTER AND FLOUR! ALL CORRECTED NOW!!

Provided by Sharon the Rocket

Categories     Cheese

Time 1h20m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 (10 ounce) packages frozen spinach, thawed
1 onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
8 tablespoons butter, melted
6 eggs, beaten
16 ounces low fat cottage cheese (approx. 2 cups)
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 lb low-fat sharp cheddar cheese, grated (approx. 4 cups)
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Lightly grease a 13 x 9 inch baking dish.
  • Drain spinach well. Saute onion and garlic in 2 Tbsp of the melted butter.
  • Mix spinach with eggs, cottage cheese and cheddar cheese, additonal 6 Tbsp butter, and flour. Add sauteed onions and garlic and mix together. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Pour into prepared dish and bake for 1 hour.

SPINACH CASSEROLE



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This is an always requested vegetable side dish at our holiday gatherings.

Provided by Valerie

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Greens

Time 1h5m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (16 ounce) package cottage cheese
6 eggs
½ cup all-purpose flour
¼ cup sour cream
2 teaspoons salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
2 (10 ounce) packages frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained
4 cups shredded Cheddar cheese, divided

Steps:

  • Preheat an oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  • Place cottage cheese, eggs, flour, sour cream, salt, and pepper in a food processor. Process until smooth. Mix spinach, cottage cheese mixture, and 2 cups of Cheddar cheese in a bowl, then spread into the prepared baking dish.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a knife inserted into the center comes out clean, about 45 minutes. Top with the remaining 2 cups of Cheddar cheese and continue baking until cheese has melted, about 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 269.2 calories, Carbohydrate 7.9 g, Cholesterol 140.3 mg, Fat 18 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 19.6 g, SaturatedFat 10.4 g, Sodium 845.4 mg, Sugar 0.8 g

SPINACH AND CHEDDAR QUICHE



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Looking forward to having some pie for dinner tonight? Then check out this cheesy spinach quiche that can be baked easily at home!

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 1h5m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup whole wheat flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup butter or margarine
3 to 4 tablespoons cold water
1/2 cup shredded reduced-fat sharp Cheddar cheese (2 oz)
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
4 eggs, slightly beaten
1 1/2 cups milk
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup firmly packed fresh spinach leaves, coarsely chopped
1 small red bell pepper, chopped (1/2 cup)

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 375°F. In medium bowl, mix 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, the whole wheat flour and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Cut in butter, using pastry blender (or pulling 2 table knives through ingredients in opposite directions), until mixture looks like small crumbs. Sprinkle with water, 1 tablespoon at a time, tossing with fork just until flour is moistened. Shape into ball; flatten slightly.
  • On floured surface, roll dough into 12-inch round. Fold dough into fourths; place in 9-inch glass pie plate. Unfold and ease into pie plate, pressing firmly against bottom and side; crimp edge. Trim overhanging edge of pastry 1 inch from rim of pie plate. Fold and roll pastry under, even with plate; flute.
  • In large bowl, mix cheese and 1 tablespoon flour. Stir in eggs, milk and 1/2 teaspoon salt until well blended. Stir in spinach and bell pepper. Pour into pie crust.
  • Bake 15 minutes. Cover edge of crust with strip of foil to keep crust from overbrowning. Bake 15 to 20 minutes longer or until knife inserted in center comes out clean. Let stand 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 250, Carbohydrate 21 g, Cholesterol 170 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 11 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 510 mg, Sugar 4 g, TransFat 1/2 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.

Tips:

  • To save time, use pre-shredded cheese and chopped spinach.
  • If you don't have heavy cream, you can use milk instead. However, the sauce will be thinner.
  • To make the dish even more cheesy, add an extra 1/2 cup of cheddar cheese to the sauce.
  • For a crispy topping, use Panko breadcrumbs instead of regular breadcrumbs.
  • If you don't have a baking dish, you can use a large skillet instead.
  • Serve the spinach cheddar bake with a side of garlic bread or salad.

Conclusion:

This spinach cheddar bake is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is cheesy, creamy, and packed with flavor. Whether you are serving it as a main course or a side dish, this recipe is sure to be a hit. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal, give this spinach cheddar bake a try. You won't be disappointed!

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