Spinach Mozzarella
📜 Collection: Patsy’s Collection | ✍️ Attribution: Unknown | 📂 Category: Sides A delightful and comforting baked vegetable dish featuring savory spinach, onions, white sauce, and melted mozzarella cheese. This classic side dish is simple to prepare and bakes to golden, bubbly perfection.
| Prep Time | Cook Time | Inactive / Chill Time | Yield / Servings |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 mins | 20 mins | None | 6 Servings |
🔪 Key Equipment
- Large skillet
- Large baking dish
- Spoon or spatula
Ingredients
| Measurements | Ingredients | Prep / Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1 lb | Spinach | Cooked |
| ½ | White Onion | Chopped |
| ⅓ Tsp | Sage | |
| ¼ Tsp | Oregano | |
| 1 Tsp | Salt | |
| 1 Tsp | Pepper | |
| 1 Cup | White Sauce | |
| ½ lb | Mozzarella Cheese | Sliced |
Instructions
Step 1: Prep and Sauté
- Sauté the ½ white onion and 1 lb cooked spinach in a skillet until tender and fragrant.
Step 2: Mix Seasonings
- Mix the 1 cup white sauce with the ⅓ tsp sage, ¼ tsp oregano, 1 tsp salt, and 1 tsp pepper until well combined.
Step 3: Assemble and Bake
- Put the sautéed 1 lb spinach and ½ white onion in a large baking dish.
- Pour the seasoned 1 cup white sauce evenly on top of the spinach mixture.
- Place the ½ lb mozzarella cheese slices over the top.
- Place in a preheated 350°F oven until the cheese melts and turns bubbly and golden brown.
💡 Make-Ahead & Storage: Assemble the casserole ahead of time, cover tightly, and refrigerate for up to 24 hours before baking.
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