Cherie’s Spinach and Rice Alfredo Bake

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 13

Spinach and Rice Alfredo Bake for a creamy and cheesy dinner

by The Chefin Entree

Prep

20 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

418

Sugar

Fat

25g

Cherie's Spinach and Rice Alfredo Bake is a delicious and cozy dinner that is perfect for a family meal or entertaining guests. The creamy alfredo sauce pairs perfectly with the nutty and savory flavor of rice. The spinach adds an element of green and also lends its nutritional value to the dish. The melted parmesan cheese adds a layer of cheesy goodness that ties everything together. This dish is easy to make and can be customized to suit your tastes by adding herbs, spices, or even different cheeses.

Instructions

1.	Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2.	Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
3.	In a large bowl, mix together the cooked spinach, cooked rice, melted butter, diced onion, parmesan cheese, pepper, seasoning salt, and skim milk until evenly combined.
4.	Transfer the mixture to the greased baking dish.
5.	Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the edges are crispy.
6.	Let cool for a few minutes before serving.

PROS

This recipe is a great way to incorporate healthy greens such as spinach into your meal.

The creaminess of the alfredo sauce and the cheesy flavor make it a comfort food favorite.

It is easy to prepare and can be made ahead of time for convenience.

CONS

Because of the butter and cheese used in this recipe, it is high in calories and fat.

It is important to balance this dish with other healthy foods and eat in moderation.

For those with lactose intolerance or a dairy allergy, this dish may not be suitable.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Spinach is high in vitamins and minerals, particularly vitamin A and vitamin C.
It is also rich in antioxidants and has been shown to help improve heart health.
However, the high saturated fat content of the butter and cheese in this recipe may negate some of these benefits.

	1 package frozen spinach ( cooked and moisture squeezed out )
	3 cups cooked rice
	1/2 cup melted butter
	1/2 cup parmesan cheese
	1/2 cup diced onion
	1 cup skim milk
	1/2 teaspoon pepper
	1 1/2 teaspoons seasoning salt