Nanny's Spinach Casserole

Experience comfort food at its finest with Nanny’s Spinach Casserole, a rich and creamy dish that brings nostalgic flavors to your table. This easy-to-make recipe combines tender spinach with a luscious blend of cream cheese, sour cream, and sharp cheddar, complemented by the warmth of sautéed onions, garlic, and a hint of nutmeg. Topped with buttery breadcrumbs for a golden, crunchy finish, this baked casserole is perfect for family dinners, potlucks, or holiday gatherings. Ready in under an hour, this spinach casserole is a crowd-pleasing side dish that pairs beautifully with roasted meats or stands alone as a hearty vegetarian delight.

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 20 oz frozen chopped spinach
• 8 oz cream cheese
• 1 cup sour cream
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 2 tbsp butter
• 1 small onion
• 2 garlic cloves
• 2 eggs
• 1 cup breadcrumbs
• 0.5 tsp salt
• 0.5 tsp black pepper
• 0.25 tsp ground nutmeg

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x9-inch casserole dish.

Step 2

Cook the frozen spinach according to package instructions. Drain thoroughly to remove excess water and set aside.

Step 3

In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the finely chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until soft and translucent. Add the minced garlic and cook for another 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 4

In a large mixing bowl, combine the sautéed onion and garlic with the cooked spinach, cream cheese, sour cream, and shredded cheddar cheese. Mix until well combined.

Step 5

Crack the eggs into the spinach mixture and stir until fully incorporated. Add the salt, black pepper, and ground nutmeg, mixing thoroughly.

Step 6

Pour the spinach mixture evenly into the prepared casserole dish.

Step 7

In a small bowl, toss the breadcrumbs with 1 tablespoon of melted butter (optional, for extra flavor). Sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture evenly over the top of the casserole.

Step 8

Bake the casserole in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the casserole is bubbling slightly along the edges.

Step 9

Remove from the oven and let cool for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1490.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2657.1

Total Fat 201.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 118.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.1g
Cholesterol 902.9mg	0%
Sodium 5155.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 150.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.5g	0%
Total Sugars 39.5g
Protein 96.6g	0%

Vitamin D 86.5IU	0%
Calcium 2258.9mg	0%
Iron 17.1mg	0%
Potassium 3331.6mg	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: 64.7%

Protein: 13.8%

Carbs: 21.5%