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Spinach and Potato Bake

A comforting and delicious dish that combines soft potatoes, fresh spinach, and creamy cheese into a delightful bake, perfect for any time of the day.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course, Side Dish
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 450 g 450 g (about 1 lb) of potatoes Washed and peeled, cut into cubes
  • 1 piece 1 onion, finely chopped Finely chopped
  • 250 g 250 g (about 9 oz) of spinach, washed and chopped Washed and chopped
  • 4 pieces 4 eggs Large eggs
  • 4 tablespoons 4 tablespoons of sour cream Or Greek yogurt as a substitute
  • 1 teaspoon 1 teaspoon of garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon 1 teaspoon of baking powder
  • 150 g 150 g (about 5 oz) of hard cheese, grated Such as mozzarella or any choice you prefer

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Start by washing the potatoes thoroughly. Peel them and cut them into medium-sized cubes.
  2. Place the cubed potatoes in a pot, cover with water, add a pinch of salt, and bring to a boil. Cook for about 5-7 minutes until they’re soft but not mushy. Strain and let them cool.
  3. Finely chop the onion. In a frying pan, heat some oil over medium heat and cook the onion until it’s softened and translucent.
  4. Add the washed and chopped spinach to the pan with the onion and cook for about 3-4 minutes until the spinach is wilted. Remove from heat and let cool.
  5. In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, sour cream, a pinch of salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and baking powder.
  6. Grate half of the cheese and fold it into the egg mixture until well combined.
Assembly and Baking
  1. Grease a baking dish with cooking spray or oil. Start by layering the cooled potatoes in the dish, followed by the spinach and onion mixture.
  2. Pour the egg and cheese mixture evenly over the top, then sprinkle the remaining cheese on top.
  3. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Bake for about 20 minutes or until the top is golden and bubbly.
  4. Let the bake cool for a few minutes before slicing. Serve hot directly from the dish.

Notes

For a heartier meal, you can add diced cooked chicken or chickpeas into the layers for extra protein. Feel free to mix and match different types of cheese like feta or cheddar. For added heat, consider adding red pepper flakes or diced chili peppers to the onion before adding the spinach.