Spinach, Cheese & Rice Casserole

Spinach, Cheese & Rice Casserole

Sounds great, on my to cook list for sure.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Main Dish, Side
Cuisine American
Servings 6 servings

Ingredients
  

  • 280 grams frozen spinach, thawed, chopped, squeezed dry, (10 oz)
  • 2 cups cooked rice
  • 1/3 cup butter, melted
  • 2 cups Cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated, divided
  • 2-3 spring onions, sliced, white and green parts
  • 1 clove garlic, smashed and minced
  • 3 eggs, beaten
  • 3/4 cup milk
  • salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1-2 cups Mozzarella Cheese, shredded, optional

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 180 C (350 F) and grease with butter a 7x11 baking dish.
  • In a large mixing bowl, mix together the rice, butter, spinach, Cheddar cheese, 3/4 cup of Parmesan cheese, spring onion, garlic, milk, and eggs, season with salt and pepper as desired.
  • Pour into the baking dish and sprinkle with the remaining Parmesan cheese.
  • Bake for 25 minutes, uncovered, then optionally top with Mozzarella cheese and bake for 5 more minutes.
  • Let casserole rest for 5 minutes (there is a lot of hot cheese in there), then serve as a light main dish or as a side dish with say, chicken or fish. Enjoy.

Notes

Figure 180 Baht for the Cheddar, 90 Baht for the Parmesan, and 90 Baht for the Mozzarella. For 6 servings, this is about $1.88 per serving.
Adapted from an internet recipe.

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