Spinach Parmesan Rice Bake
This is so delicious. Even my picky kids (who HATE anything green and remotely healthy) loved this. I used cheddar cheese this time but can't wait to try it with feta.
Prep Time:
Cook Time:
Total Time:
Ingredients:
| 2 | large handfuls fresh spinach, chopped |
| 2 cups | cooked white rice (use cold rice for this) or 2 cups brown rice (use cold rice for this) |
| 1/3 cup | melted butter |
| 2 cups | shredded cheddar cheese (can use feta but reduce to only 1/4-1/3 cup crumbled) or 2 cups swiss cheese (can use feta but reduce to only 1/4-1/3 cup crumbled) |
| 3/4 cup | grated parmesan cheese (or to taste) |
| 1/3 cup | chopped onion or 2 large green onions, chopped |
| 2 | garlic cloves, minced |
| 3 | large eggs, beaten |
| 3/4 cup | half and half |
| 1/8 teaspoon | cayenne pepper, to taste (optional) |
| 1/2 teaspoon | fresh ground black pepper (or to taste) |
| seasoning salt (to taste or can use white salt) | |
| 1/4 cup | grated parmesan cheese, for topping |
| grated mozzarella cheese (add on the last 5 minutes of baking) (optional) | |
Directions:
1 Set oven to 350°F.
2 Generously grease a 11 x 7-inch baking dish.
3 In a large bowl, combine all ingredients with a wooden spoon, mixing very well to combine.
4 Season with salt, pepper and cayenne to taste.
5 Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish then sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
6 Bake uncovered or covered for 25 minutes or until set (over baking will cause a heavier denser texture if you prefer a lighter texture then bake just until set).
7 Top with mozzarella cheese the last 5 minutes of baking (if using).
8 Note: for a more fluffier texture casserole, 4 eggs may be used.
Source: food.com
