Spinach and Cheese Squares
Delightful spinach and cheese squares that marry creamy textures with nutritious greens, perfect for snacks, appetizers or light meals.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6-8 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 egg
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil for greasing the pan
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a baking pan with olive oil.
- Mix the chopped spinach, ricotta cheese, mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, and egg in a mixing bowl until well blended.
- Whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and pepper in another bowl.
- Combine the dry ingredients with the spinach mixture and stir until well combined.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared baking pan and spread it out evenly.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown and set.
- Cool slightly before cutting into squares and serving.
Notes
For best results, thoroughly dry spinach before mixing. You can experiment with different cheeses or add herbs for extra flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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