Cheesy Spinach and Ricotta Bake
A delicious bake filled with spinach, ricotta, and mozzarella cheese, perfect for a hearty meal.
Ingredients
- 2.0 cups fresh spinach, chopped
- 1.0 cup ricotta cheese
- 1.0 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1.0 large egg
- 1.0 clove garlic, minced
- 1.0 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 0.5 cup breadcrumbs
- 2.0 tablespoons olive oil
- None leaves fresh basil leaves for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a medium pan, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add the chopped spinach and sauté until wilted. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, 0.75 cup of mozzarella cheese, 0.25 cup of Parmesan cheese, egg, onion powder, black pepper, salt, and red pepper flakes (if using). Add the cooled spinach and mix until well combined.
- Grease a baking dish with the remaining olive oil. Pour the cheese and spinach mixture into the dish, spreading it evenly.
- In a small bowl, combine the breadcrumbs with the remaining mozzarella and Parmesan. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the top of the spinach and cheese layer.
- Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes or until the top is golden brown and bubbly.
- Once out of the oven, let the bake cool for a few minutes. Garnish with fresh basil leaves before slicing and serving.
Notes
Add fresh basil for extra flavor.