Description
A comforting and cheesy casserole featuring butternut squash and fresh spinach, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
- 2 cups butternut squash, cubed
- 1 cup cream or milk
- 1 cup shredded cheese (e.g., mozzarella or cheddar)
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (optional, for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté onion and garlic until softened.
- Add butternut squash and cook until slightly tender. Stir in spinach and cook until wilted.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked vegetables with cream, cheese, salt, pepper, and nutmeg. Mix well.
- Pour the mixture into a greased casserole dish.
- If using, sprinkle breadcrumbs on top for a crispy finish. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the casserole is bubbly and golden on top.
- Let it cool slightly before serving.
Notes
Use fresh spinach for best flavor; consider mixing in herbs for added taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 30mg