15 oz ricotta cheese
10 oz pkg frozen chopped spinach,
1 thawed and well drained
1 cup (4 oz) shredded mozzarella
1 cheese
1/2 cup wheat germ
2 eggs, beaten
1/4 cup chopped onion
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
1/8 tsp nutmeg
Directions
Contributed to the echo by: Ellen Cleary Cheesy Spinach Bake Preheat
oven t 350 degrees. Grease an 8 inch square pan. Combine ricotta,
spinach, Mozzarella, wheat germ, eggs, onion, Parmesan and nutmeg.
Spread into pan. Bake 25-30 minutes, until heated through. Let stand
5 minutes before serving. Cut into 2 1/2 inch squares. If desired,
sprinkle with additional wheat germ.
Microwave directions:
Place mixture in a microwavable 8 inch square pan. Cover with plastic
wrap; vent. Microcook on HIGH 8-9 minutes, until heated through,
rotating dish a half turn after 4 minutes. Let stand 5 minutes before
serving.
Servings: 4 servings
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Categories: Cheese; Spinach; Vegetable
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