Description
Indulge in the delightful Cheesy Italian Spinach Bake, a creamy and savory dish that brings together fresh spinach and a luscious blend of cheeses. Perfect as a main course or side dish, this bake is ideal for family dinners, potlucks, or meal prepping. The rich flavors of ricotta, mozzarella, and Parmesan harmonize beautifully, topped with crispy breadcrumbs for an irresistible crunch. Serve it alongside crusty bread or a refreshing salad, and watch your guests rave about this comforting vegetarian delight.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds fresh spinach
- 1 medium onion
- 3 cloves garlic
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 large eggs
- ¼ cup breadcrumbs
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Sauté chopped onion in olive oil until soft; add garlic and cook until fragrant. Gradually stir in spinach until wilted; drain excess liquid.
- In a bowl, combine ricotta, mozzarella, Parmesan, Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, and eggs until mixed well.
- Fold in the sautéed spinach mixture and transfer to the baking dish. Top with breadcrumbs if desired.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes until golden brown and bubbly. Let cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (150g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 80mg