Comfort Spinach Egg Casserole
The holidays are almost upon us and with that we want comforting dishes. Almost all of my baking and a lot of my recipes include eggs for the holidays. I know using fresh and high quality eggs in my recipes will give them fantastic results. Today I have for you a Comfort Spinach Egg Casserole that works just as fantastic as a side dish as it does the next morning with a fresh poached egg on top. The eggceptional dish will bring you from morning to night!! We also have a fun holiday giveaway for you, so come to the bottom of the post to enter!!
This casserole has loads of goodness along with comfort, as Canadian eggs provide us with lots of nutrients and vitamins like A, D and E. One egg also has only 70 calories.
The entire dish can be made ahead of time and then the crunchy topping is added and broiled at the last minute. This dish is comforting with its’ crispy topping and amazing spinach, pepper base. It is all held together with wonderful eggs which are a natural choice and can be part of your healthy, active lifestyle.
Did you know that under supply management that Canadian eggs are among the best in the world? Canadian eggs meet this standard through quality and freshness. Also, a high standard has to be met for food safety and farming practices. Our farmers work hard to give you the best and freshest eggs possible. There is nothing more comforting than a perfectly cooked egg in the morning for myself and my family. They are a go-to breakfast almost every day of the week.
As I said this wonderful casserole can be changed into the base for a great breakfast, highlighting our comfort food, EGGS!
I love that eggs are so convenient and versatile, they can be served by themselves, adorning the top of a casserole like this one, made into a complex sauce or in almost everything you bake. Just think how many recipes include eggs, it is eggmazing!!
Comfort Spinach Egg Casserole #CanadianEggs
A comforting spinach and egg casserole that is versatile from morning to night. It makes an eggcellent base for a poached egg the next morning.
Ingredients
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 tsp. garlic
- 1/2 red pepper, diced
- 1 Tbsp. butter
- 2 cups light ricotta cheese
- 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese
- 2-10 oz. packages frozen spinach, thawed and drained very well
- 4 beaten eggs
- 1/4 cup butter, melted and cooled
- 2 Tbsp. flour
- Salt and pepper to taste
Topping
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup Ritz crackers
- 2 Tbsp. butter, melted
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350F. Heat the 1 Tbsp. butter in a medium skillet and add onion, red pepper and garlic and saute on medium low for 5 min. until the onion is translucent.
- Meanwhile in a large bowl add the ricotta, mozzarella, spinach, eggs, butter, flour, salt and pepper. Add the onion mixture when done and cooled slightly. Mix well and then place in a greased 9x13 casserole and bake for 40-45 min. Make sure the center is cooked.
- For the topping mix together the crackers, cheese and butter. Sprinkle on top and broil for 1-2 min. until golden brown and crispy. Serve immediately cutting in squares or scooping out.
- If there are leftover try a poached or fried egg on top for breakfast!
Recipe adapted from Epicurious.com.
And now for our giveaway…………..
The giveaway runs from November 12 at 8 am and runs through to December 3rd, at that time a random winner will be chosen. There are 3 prizes and 1 winner for each!! This giveaway is open to Canadian residents. Winner must confirm by email within 48 hours or a new winner will be chosen.
Here are the very generous and amazing prizes!!
The Giveaway Prizes (1 winner per prize) –
1. KitchenAid Stand Mixer
2. Cuisinart Food Processor and Paderno Frying Pan with 4-cup Egg Poacher
3. Crockpot 5-in-1 MultiCooker
Giveaway RULES are here! Good luck everyone!!
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I love that they are fast to cook, versatile and good for you.
maria says
I love that they are inexpensive and good for you!
Tina L. says
Eggs are quick and easy to cook and very filling and tasty.
Brenda Penton says
What I love about eggs is that they are full of nutrients, low carb, and high in protein.
ginette4 says
I love that they are high in protean and so good
Mark V says
I love eggs because you can do so much with them and they are delish.
Amy Heffernan says
I love how good eggs are for you and how there are just so so many ways to eat them!
tanyab79 says
Love that they are packed with protein and many other great nutrients and can be cooked a variety of ways.
ann says
I love the versatility being able to use them in so many different ways.
Lushka Smith says
I love eggs because they contain protein, are extremely versatile, easy to cook and last but not least they are so yummy.
Kris L says
I love how versatile and tasty they are!
Pam says
I love that everybody in the family loves eggs so breakfast, lunch or diner is fab when I serve them, no complaining.
Bailey Dexter says
I love eggs for all my baking as well as cooking. Eggs are very versatile in doing both. If I want my cake to be lighter I just add more! As well as when baking bread I always increase the amount. I use them the most when making my pasta from scratch!
Sunshine Gudlaugson says
They’re cheap and easy and good for you and versatile!
David says
like that they are high in protean
Jane Reid Gray says
Love the versatility of Eggs and they really are the perfectly packaged fast food ! if you have Eggs you have a meal
LesliCK says
Eggs are my go-to meal whether it’s breakfast, lunch, or dinner!
zahra p says
I love how much protein each egg has and how easy it is to cook it in so many different ways.
kristine ewald says
I have eggs everyday for breakfast. So thankful they get in my mouth 🙂
DaveO says
I love how eggs can be quick and easy to prepare for any time of day.
Holly MacRitchie says
I love that eggs are nutritious and delicious!
Heidi M says
Eggs are SO versatile that they can be used in many ways and in different recipes from breakfast eggs, to baking, to desserts. One little egg is packed with tons of nutritional value, vitamins and minerals. What’s not to love, love about eggs, I know I do!!! ♥
Amie says
I love that you can make 100 different meals with just a egg!
leana says
I love the versatility of eggs!
Sara Lima says
I love how much they GIVE. You have have them poached soft to dunk your toast (my fave), on eggs benny, or boiled for a quick and nutritious snack. I love them before the gym, too – scrambled eggs and cheese – quick, delicious, easy energy.
laura says
eggs are inexpensive and no longer just for breakfast
Heidi M says
High in protein, low in carbs, a versatile food and good for you. So many recipes use eggs.
Yuen C says
It gives me protein and makes me feel full
Wanda Baker says
I love the protein factor in eggs, how they go with almost everything (put an egg on it) and I loved that Anna Olson grates one hard boiled egg yolk into one of her cookies recipes!
Angela says
I love this Tara!!! What a hearty and delicious recipe. This could work for so many meals. A great side dish for the holidays and like you said, a fantastic breakfast!
Pat B says
They’re so versatile, filling and full of nutrients, and ‘a steal of a deal’ everything considered!
Juliee Fitze says
I like that they are a quick source of protein.
Glogirl says
I like that eggs are a great source of protein and make a great meal in a matter of minutes.
peter @feedyoursoultoo says
Great looking dish – thinking about it for a Thanksgiving side dish.
Tracy D says
They are an easy dish that everyone likes!
heather sibley says
I love eggs because not only are they delicious, they are full of nutrients, low carb, and high in protein.
justine @ Full Belly SIsters says
I absolutely adore eggs and this dish looks phenomenal! That crunchy topping is to die for!
Karla Sceviour says
I love that they are so delicious and versatile and packed with protein,They always makes a great meal!
Nicole says
I love that they’re so versatile & taste great.
Nicole Goetz says
I love all the different ways eggs can be incorporated into a meal! And they are tasty too! This sounds like a great recipe, can’t wait to try it.
Meg says
I love eggs because there’s so many ways to use them, and they taste great. Most importantly, they’re good for you!
Renee's Kitchen Adventures says
Eggs are a nutritional powerhouse! The recipe looks amazing!
Irene Eichler says
I love that you can do so many things with them …. good for any meal of the day !
Erin @ Dinners, Dishes, and Desserts says
What a great casserole, and the runny egg pushes it over the top!
Carrie @Frugal Foodie Mama says
This casserole sounds amazing! Love that runny egg on top too. 🙂 Perfect for a weekend brunch.
Christine says
I love how versatile they are.
Mary M says
They are great for all meals, breakfast, lunch and dinner
Vivian D. says
I love that eggs are so versatile, and a great source of protein.
LauraD says
They taste good and work for breakfast, lunch and dinner
Jenn C says
I Love that they are the perfect Protein. They are quick tasty and so versatile! This above Recipe looks incredible
Fareen says
I love how versatile eggs are. They are a staple for us!
Jan says
They are so easy to prepare for my kids when they are hungry and want a snack and they are nutritious too!
Maria says
They are delicious, easy to make, healthy. You can make unlimited amount of dishes with them
Alison Braidwood says
I’ve just started eating a low carb diet, so eggs are a staple. I love that they’re so versatile, suitable for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
joy says
i love eggs, because not only are the convenient to prepare, they taste delicious and have so many uses!! For breakfast, lunch, dinner or snack, eggs are the best!
Julie-Lynne McCann says
What I love about eggs is they are an all around amazing super food & so tasty all at the same time
Debbie S. says
I love the taste of eggs! So easy and delicious!
margaux retrophiliac says
the versatility & health benefits!
Doris H says
I love that eggs can be used for any meal or dessert. It’s so delicious on its own as well.
Lana H says
I love the taste of eggs and how easy they are to prepare.
Pearl Saban says
I love how versatile they are in main courses, appetizers, side dishes and desserts.
Maritess S says
I love eggs because they are versatile. IT is healthy and should I find myself thinking of what to prepare for the family Eggs are no-brainer.
Joan Brown says
I love that eggs can be used in so many different recipes, I always have eggs in my fridge.
Katie V says
I love how versatile they are
Irene S says
I love eggs for all meals of the day! Thanks for this recipe, will have to try it out.
Eldon says
Eggs gives me energy and nutrients!
Moe Bwell says
Eggs are quick, easy, affordable, healthy and taste amazing. They are good on there own, or in all your favorite dishes.
Marlene Unruh says
I love how quick and easy they are to cook for all 4 grandkids, when the two older ones come home from school, I make them boiled eggs and toast, the two wee ones I daycare, get scrambled eggs on toast for lunch. So good for them, so easy for me.
Violet Poon says
They are easy to cook, inexpensive, taste good, and so versatile for many recipes!