Spinach Egg Bake Recipe
Spinach Egg Bake combines fresh spinach sautéed with butter and seasonings into a mixture of egg whites and whole eggs with shredded cheddar. Baked until set, it yields a tender, savory casserole with melted cheese on top. This dish is ideal for breakfast, brunch, or a light dinner.
Ingredients
- 1 16 ounce egg white, container
- 2 egg large
- 2 1/2 cups cheddar cheese shredded, like Colby or sharp cheddar
- 10 ounce spinach fresh
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Lightly grease a 9 x 13 inch baking dish and set aside.
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add butter. Once butter is melted add fresh spinach. Season with salt and pepper. Cook until wilted and tender (approximately 2 minutes). Remove from heat and cool.
- In a large mixing bowl whisk together egg whites, whole eggs, Italian seasoning and garlic powder.
- Fold in 2 cups of cheese with spinach and place in the prepared baking dish. Top with remaining 1/2 cup of cheese.
- OR place spinach evenly on the bottom of the prepared baking dish and add egg mixture on top followed with the remaining 1/2 cup of cheese.
- Bake uncovered for 25-30 minutes.
- To test for doneness, insert a knife in the center of the casserole. If it comes out clean, then it's done. For an exact temperature reading, the thermometer probe should reach 160 degrees.
Notes
- Substitute 10 whole eggs with 1/2 cup of milk, cream, or half and half for creamier texture.
- For thicker slices, use a smaller baking dish and bake longer until set.
Nutrition Information
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 15 servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 162
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1g | |
| Calories | 162kcal | 8% |
| Carbohydrates | 2g | 1% |
| Protein | 12g | 24% |
| Fat | 12g | 18% |
| Saturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4g | 24% |
| Cholesterol | 57mg | 19% |
| Sodium | 299mg | 12% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.