Spinach and Spaghetti Casserole

Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this creamy and cheesy Spinach and Spaghetti Casserole, a crowd-pleasing dinner that's as easy to make as it is delicious. Perfectly cooked al dente spaghetti is tossed with a luscious blend of ricotta, cream cheese, and sautéed spinach, seasoned with hints of garlic and red pepper flakes for a subtle kick. Layered with gooey mozzarella and nutty Parmesan, this baked casserole is finished to perfection with a golden, bubbly crust. Ready in under an hour, this dish is an ideal weeknight meal or a hit at potlucks. Packed with wholesome spinach and packed with cheesy goodness, it’s a one-pan wonder that will have everyone coming back for seconds.

Nutriscore Rating: 56/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 12 oz spaghetti
• 5 cups fresh spinach
• 1 cup ricotta cheese
• 4 oz cream cheese
• 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 egg
• 1 tsp salt
• 0.5 tsp black pepper
• 0.25 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x13-inch casserole dish.

Step 2

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the spaghetti according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

Step 3

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant. Add the spinach and cook until wilted, about 3-4 minutes. Remove the skillet from the heat and set aside.

Step 4

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, cream cheese, egg, salt, black pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes (if using). Mix thoroughly until smooth.

Step 5

Stir the cooked spinach (making sure to drain any excess liquid) into the cheese mixture. Add the cooked spaghetti and toss until evenly coated.

Step 6

Transfer half of the spaghetti mixture to the prepared casserole dish. Sprinkle 1 cup of mozzarella cheese over the top.

Step 7

Layer the remaining spaghetti mixture in the dish and finish with the remaining mozzarella cheese and grated Parmesan cheese.

Step 8

Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.

Step 9

Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the top is golden and bubbly.

Step 10

Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with additional Parmesan cheese or fresh herbs, if desired, and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1250.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2731.3

Total Fat 175.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 90.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.1g
Cholesterol 701.9mg	0%
Sodium 6074.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 144.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.6g	0%
Total Sugars 8.2g
Protein 153.2g	0%

Vitamin D 48IU	0%
Calcium 3835.7mg	0%
Iron 12.6mg	0%
Potassium 673.5mg	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: 57.0%

Protein: 22.1%

Carbs: 20.8%