Crunchy Spinach Casserole
Crunchy Spinach Casserole is a comforting side dish made with spinach, creamy ingredients like sour cream or cream cheese, and a crunchy topping of crushed crackers, breadcrumbs, or fried onions. The spinach is mixed with seasonings and baked until the topping becomes golden and crispy. This dish is often served at holiday meals or family gatherings and pairs well with roasted meats or as a light main course. Its combination of creamy and crunchy textures makes it a delicious and nutritious choice.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup butter, divided
- 2 celery ribs, finely chopped
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 packages (10 ounces each) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
- 1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted
- 2 cups cubed bread (1/2 inch)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°. In a large skillet, heat 1/4 cup butter over medium heat. Add celery and onion; cook and stir until tender, 4-5 minutes. Stir in spinach and soup.
- Transfer to a 1-1/2-qt. round baking dish. In a small saucepan, melt remaining butter over medium heat. Stir in bread cubes. Sprinkle over top. Bake until bubbly and bread cubes are golden brown, 35-40 minutes.
Nutrition
Calories: 369kcalCarbohydrates: 23gProtein: 8gFat: 29gSaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 64mgSodium: 974mgFiber: 7gSugar: 4g
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