A comforting and creamy casserole that combines tender squash with nutritious spinach, baked to golden perfection. This dish is a delightful way to enjoy a hearty vegetable bake.
Author:Jen Rwanda
Prep Time:20 minutes
Cook Time:30 minutes
Total Time:50 minutes
Yield:6-8 servings
Category:Main Dish
Method:Baking
Cuisine:American
Diet:Vegetarian
Ingredients
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1 tablespoon olive oil
1 medium onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 pound yellow squash, thinly sliced
10 ounces fresh spinach, roughly chopped
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 cup sour cream
1/4 cup milk
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
Salt and black pepper to taste
1/2 cup breadcrumbs
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute more until fragrant.
Add the sliced squash to the skillet. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the squash is tender-crisp, about 8-10 minutes.
Stir in the chopped spinach and cook until wilted, about 2-3 minutes.
Remove the skillet from the heat. Stir in 1/2 cup of the cheddar cheese, sour cream, milk, and nutmeg. Season with salt and pepper.
Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly.
In a small bowl, combine the breadcrumbs with the remaining 1/2 cup of cheddar cheese. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the top of the casserole.
Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the casserole is bubbly.
Let it rest for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
You can use frozen spinach, thawed and squeezed dry, if fresh is unavailable.
Feel free to add other cheeses like Monterey Jack or Gruyere for a different flavor profile.
For a touch of extra flavor, you can add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the onion mixture.