Spinach Parmesan Rice Bake
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4.6
Spinach Parmesan Rice Bake
Description
This casserole combines thawed, drained spinach with cooked rice as the base, enhanced by melted butter and a blend of cheddar and Parmesan cheeses for richness and sharpness. Chopped onions and minced garlic add aromatic depth. Eggs and milk bind the mixture, giving it a custard-like texture once baked.
Seasoning with salt and pepper allows for balance, while a topping of grated Parmesan before baking forms a flavorful crust. Adding shredded mozzarella during the last minutes of cooking introduces additional melting cheese on top and a creamy finish.
Ideal as a vegetarian side dish or a light main, this bake showcases the pairing of spinach and cheeses in a filling, balanced preparation.
The recipe source is Food.com, which provides reliable home-cooking instructions.
Ingredients
- 1 (10 ounce) package spinach frozen, thawed and squeezed to remove excess liquid, chopped
- 2 cups white rice cooked
- 1/3 /3 cup butter melted
- 2 cups cheddar cheese shredded
- 3/4 /4 cup Parmesan Cheese grated
- 1/3 /3 cup onion chopped, chopped or 2 large green onions
- 1 garlic minced, clove
- 3 egg beaten, large
- 3/4 /4 cup milk
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
- 1/4 /4 cup Parmesan Cheese for topping, grated
- mozzarella cheese optional, shredded
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F and generously grease a 11 x 7-inch baking dish.
- In a large bowl, combine spinach, rice, butter, cheddar cheese, Parmesan cheese, onions, garlic, eggs, and milk until well combined.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish then sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
- Bake for 25 minutes and then top with mozzarella cheese the last 5 minutes of baking if desired.
Notes
- Ensure spinach is well drained after thawing to prevent excess moisture in the bake.
- You can use either chopped onions or green onions depending on preference for a milder onion flavor.
- Adding mozzarella cheese during the last 5 minutes of baking provides a gooey, melty topping if desired.
- Use a generously greased 11x7-inch baking dish to prevent sticking and allow even cooking.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 368 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1grams | |
| Calories | 368kcal | 18% |
| Carbohydrates | 18g | 6% |
| Protein | 18g | 36% |
| Fat | 25g | 38% |
| Saturated Fat | 14g | 70% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 8g | 47% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 137mg | 46% |
| Sodium | 635mg | 26% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
4.6
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