Creamy Spinach Casserole

Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this **Creamy Spinach Casserole**, a rich and cheesy baked side dish that’s perfect for any occasion. Featuring a luscious blend of fresh spinach, cream cheese, sour cream, and Parmesan, this recipe takes your greens to a whole new level. The velvety sauce, enhanced with hints of garlic, onion, and a touch of nutmeg, is topped with gooey melted mozzarella and a golden breadcrumb crust for a satisfying crunch. Quick and easy to prepare in just under an hour, this casserole is a crowd-pleaser that pairs beautifully with roasted meats or stands proudly on its own. Whether for a holiday feast or weeknight dinner, this spinach casserole is sure to become a family favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 900 grams fresh spinach
• 225 grams cream cheese
• 120 milliliters sour cream
• 60 grams grated Parmesan cheese
• 120 grams shredded mozzarella cheese
• 30 grams unsalted butter
• 1 medium yellow onion, finely diced
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 15 grams all-purpose flour
• 240 milliliters whole milk
• 15 milliliters olive oil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoons nutmeg (optional)
• 60 grams breadcrumbs (for topping)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 190°C (375°F) and grease a 9x9-inch (or similar-sized) casserole dish with butter or non-stick cooking spray.

Step 2

Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil. Sauté the diced onion for 3-4 minutes, or until it becomes translucent.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for an additional 1 minute, stirring frequently to prevent burning.

Step 4

Add the fresh spinach in batches to the skillet, stirring until wilted. Once all the spinach is wilted, transfer it to a colander and press to remove excess liquid.

Step 5

In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Sprinkle in the flour and whisk constantly for 1-2 minutes to cook off the raw flour taste.

Step 6

Gradually whisk in the milk, making sure to break up any lumps. Cook while stirring constantly until the mixture thickens, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 7

Reduce the heat to low and stir in the cream cheese, sour cream, Parmesan cheese, salt, black pepper, and nutmeg (if using) until smooth.

Step 8

Add the drained spinach back into the skillet and mix until the spinach is evenly coated.

Step 9

Transfer the spinach mixture to the prepared casserole dish and spread it out evenly.

Step 10

Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese over the top, followed by an even layer of breadcrumbs.

Step 11

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and bubbling.

Step 12

Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy your creamy spinach casserole!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1958.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2714.5

Total Fat 195.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 110.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.9g
Cholesterol 528.7mg	0%
Sodium 6200.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 140.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 27.4g	0%
Total Sugars 37.1g
Protein 111.7g	0%

Vitamin D 108.9IU	0%
Calcium 3152.5mg	0%
Iron 32.6mg	0%
Potassium 1048.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 63.6%

Protein: 16.1%

Carbs: 20.3%