Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
1 tbsp

butter

for greasing

0.25 cup

half-and-half

2 unit

eggs

lightly beaten

0.13 tsp

ground black pepper

1 tsp

kosher salt

0.25 tsp

ground nutmeg

2 cup

mozzarella cheese

coarsely grated

20 unit

frozen chopped spinach

thawed and squeezed dry

Step 1
~5 min

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.

Step 2
~5 min

Butter a shallow 1-quart baking dish.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 3
~5 min

In a large bowl, whisk together half-and-half, eggs, salt, pepper, and nutmeg.

Step 4
~5 min

Stir in 1 1/2 cups of the mozzarella cheese and the thawed and squeezed dry spinach.

Step 5
~5 min

Spread the mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 6
~5 min

Top with the remaining 1/2 cup of mozzarella cheese.

Step 7
~5 min

Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until the casserole is set in the middle and the top is golden brown.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add a pinch of garlic powder for extra flavor.

Top with breadcrumbs for added crunch.

Make ahead and refrigerate before baking.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be assembled ahead of time and refrigerated.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve as a side dish with roasted chicken or pork.

Enjoy as a vegetarian main course with a side salad.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Roasted chicken
Pork tenderloin
Green salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

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Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States

Cultural Significance

Comfort food, often served at holidays.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Thanksgiving
Christmas
Easter

Occasion Tags

Holiday
Dinner
Party

Popularity Score

65/100