Irresistible Italian Spinach Bake Recipe You’ll Love Recipe
This Irresistible Italian Spinach Bake is a delicious and comforting dish perfect for a main course. Featuring fresh spinach, creamy ricotta, and a blend of mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses, it’s baked to bubbly, golden perfection. Easy to prepare and packed with flavor, this recipe is sure to become a family favorite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 4 cups fresh spinach
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese (reserve some for topping)
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a baking dish to prevent sticking.
- Sauté Spinach: In a skillet over medium heat, sauté the fresh spinach until it wilts, about 3 minutes. Drain any excess liquid thoroughly to avoid a watery bake.
- Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine ricotta cheese, shredded mozzarella (reserve some for topping), grated Parmesan, eggs, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until all ingredients are well incorporated.
- Fold in Spinach: Gently fold the cooked spinach into the cheese and egg mixture until evenly distributed.
- Assemble and Bake: Pour the spinach and cheese mixture into the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle the reserved shredded mozzarella evenly on top.
- Bake: Place the baking dish in the oven and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the top is bubbly and golden brown.
- Cool and Serve: Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before slicing and serving for the best texture and flavor.
Notes
- Be sure to drain the wilted spinach well to prevent excess moisture in the bake.
- You can substitute fresh spinach with frozen spinach, thawed and thoroughly drained, if fresh is unavailable.
- To add more flavor, consider adding a pinch of nutmeg to the cheese mixture.
- This dish pairs well with a light salad or crusty Italian bread.
- Leftovers can be stored covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated gently.
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