# Spinach Casserole

> An easy side dish that's perfect for holiday gatherings or simple weeknight meals!

**Prep time:** 10 minutes
**Cook time:** 30 minutes
**Total time:** 40 minutes
**Servings:** 6
**Calories:** 260 kcal per serving

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## Ingredients

- 2 (10 ounce) packages frozen chopped spinach
- 1/3 of a 10.5 ounce can of condensed cream of mushroom soup (about 2/3 cup)
- 1/4 cup milk, at room temperature
- 1 cup (4 ounces) grated sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup sour cream, at room temperature
- 3 tbsp melted butter, divided
- 1/2 tsp kosher salt
- 1/4 tsp ground black pepper
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs or coarsely crushed Ritz crackers

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## Shopping List

### 🥬 Frozen Vegetables
- [ ] 2 (10 ounce) packages frozen chopped spinach

### 🥫 Canned Goods
- [ ] 1 (10.5 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup (will use about 1/3 of can)

### 🥛 Dairy
- [ ] 1/4 cup milk
- [ ] 1 cup (4 ounces) sharp cheddar cheese (buy block for grating)
- [ ] 1/2 cup sour cream
- [ ] 3 tbsp butter

### 🍞 Bread/Crackers
- [ ] 1 cup panko breadcrumbs or Ritz crackers

### 🧂 Pantry & Spices
- [ ] Kosher salt (need 1/2 tsp)
- [ ] Ground black pepper (need 1/4 tsp)

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## Instructions

1. **Preheat and prep.** Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease a 1 1/2-quart baking dish; set aside. Cook the spinach in the microwave according to the package instructions. Drain thoroughly by squeezing the spinach tightly in a dish towel to wring out the extra liquid.

2. **Make the sauce.** In a medium saucepan over low heat, combine the soup, milk, cheese, sour cream, 2 tablespoons of the melted butter, salt, and pepper. Stir until just warmed through and combined. Add the spinach; mix well.

3. **Assemble.** Transfer the spinach mixture to the prepared baking dish. In a small bowl, stir together the breadcrumbs or cracker crumbs with the remaining 1 tablespoon of melted butter. Sprinkle the buttered crumbs over the top of the casserole.

4. **Bake.** Bake the casserole, uncovered, for 30 minutes, or until it's heated through and golden brown on top.

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## Notes

**Make Ahead:** Assemble the casserole up to 2 days in advance, but do not add the topping. Cover and refrigerate until ready to bake. When ready to bake the casserole, allow the dish to sit on the counter and come to room temperature for at least 30-60 minutes. Add the buttered breadcrumbs or crackers, then bake according to the recipe instructions.

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## Nutrition

**Per Serving (1/6 of the casserole):**
Calories: 260 kcal | Carbohydrates: 14g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 19g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 0.3g | Cholesterol: 47mg | Sodium: 609mg | Potassium: 543mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 11574 IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 323mg | Iron: 2mg

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## Recipe Credit

**Author:** Blair Lonergan