Best Spinach With Cottage Cheese Recipes

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COTTAGE CHEESE SPINACH SALAD



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Even folks who don't care for spinach enjoy this distinctive salad. The creamy dressing is a bit sweet, and cottage cheese assures that this dish is extra hearty and satisfying. We love the unusual combination of ingredients.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 package (10 ounces) fresh spinach, torn
1-1/2 cups 4% cottage cheese
1/2 cup chopped pecans, toasted
1/2 cup sugar
3 tablespoons white vinegar
2 teaspoons prepared horseradish
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground mustard

Steps:

  • In a large serving bowl, layer half of the spinach, cottage cheese and pecans. Repeat layers. In a small bowl, combine the remaining ingredients. Drizzle over salad; toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 121 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 7mg cholesterol, Sodium 257mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

SPINACH CASSEROLE



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This is an always requested vegetable side dish at our holiday gatherings.

Provided by Valerie

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Greens

Time 1h5m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (16 ounce) package cottage cheese
6 eggs
½ cup all-purpose flour
¼ cup sour cream
2 teaspoons salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
2 (10 ounce) packages frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained
4 cups shredded Cheddar cheese, divided

Steps:

  • Preheat an oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  • Place cottage cheese, eggs, flour, sour cream, salt, and pepper in a food processor. Process until smooth. Mix spinach, cottage cheese mixture, and 2 cups of Cheddar cheese in a bowl, then spread into the prepared baking dish.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a knife inserted into the center comes out clean, about 45 minutes. Top with the remaining 2 cups of Cheddar cheese and continue baking until cheese has melted, about 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 269.2 calories, Carbohydrate 7.9 g, Cholesterol 140.3 mg, Fat 18 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 19.6 g, SaturatedFat 10.4 g, Sodium 845.4 mg, Sugar 0.8 g

SPINACH QUICHE WITH COTTAGE CHEESE



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I don't normally like cooked spinach but I fell in love with this at first bite. Sooo good!

Provided by bettina

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Quiche     Spinach Quiche Recipes

Time 1h10m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed
1 bunch green onions, finely chopped (white parts only)
4 eggs, beaten
1 (16 ounce) package cottage cheese
2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese
¼ cup crushed croutons

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Lightly grease a 9 inch pie or quiche pan.
  • Place spinach in a small saucepan. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally until soft. Drain off any remaining liquid. Stir in green onions, eggs, cottage cheese and Cheddar cheese. Pour mixture into prepared pan.
  • Bake uncovered in preheated oven for 45 minutes. Remove from oven and sprinkle with crushed croutons. Return to oven and bake for an additional 15 minutes, until eggs are set.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 231 calories, Carbohydrate 6.1 g, Cholesterol 131.1 mg, Fat 14.9 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 19.1 g, SaturatedFat 8.4 g, Sodium 478.3 mg, Sugar 1.4 g

CHEESY SPINACH



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My daughter often serves this cheese and spinach blend at church suppers. Even people who don't usually eat spinach like this flavorful dish once they try it. There are never any leftovers. -Frances Moore, Decatur, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 5h10m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 packages (10 ounces each) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
2 cups 4% cottage cheese
1-1/2 cups cubed Velveeta
3 large eggs, lightly beaten
1/4 cup butter, cubed
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine all ingredients. Pour into a greased 3-qt. slow cooker. Cover and cook on high for 1 hour. Reduce heat to low; cook 4-5 hours longer or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 230 calories, Fat 15g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 121mg cholesterol, Sodium 855mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 14g protein.

EASY CHEESY SPINACH



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Provided by Claire Robinson

Categories     side-dish

Time 18m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 medium white onion, finely chopped
1 cup (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
2 (10-ounce) boxes frozen spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
1 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
Kosher salt and ground white pepper

Steps:

  • Heat the butter in a 12-inch saute pan over moderate heat. Add the onions and cook until soft, about 8 minutes. Whisk in the cream cheese and let melt. Fold in the spinach until evenly combined. Add up to 3 tablespoons water if the mixture seems too dry. Sprinkle the nutmeg on top and season with salt and pepper.
  • BYOC: Lemon zest and juice would bring a little bit of sunshine to this dish. Just add with the salt and pepper.

COTTAGE CHEESE SPINACH CHICKEN



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Cajun-seasoned chicken breast stuffed with a cottage cheese and spinach mixture, then baked in butter. Serve with tossed salad, if desired.

Provided by POTLICKER

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed
½ yellow onion, chopped
1 cup cottage cheese
4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
2 tablespoons Cajun-style seasoning
2 tablespoons melted butter

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Squeeze excess water out of thawed spinach; in a large bowl, mix spinach with onion and cottage cheese and set aside.
  • Season chicken breasts with Cajun-style seasoning, then place 1/4 of cheese/spinach mixture in the center of each breast and fold in half. Secure with toothpicks and place in a lightly greased 9x13 inch baking dish.
  • Drizzle with melted butter and bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for about 25 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through and juices run clear.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 274.4 calories, Carbohydrate 7.5 g, Cholesterol 92.1 mg, Fat 10.4 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 37.4 g, SaturatedFat 5.7 g, Sodium 1109.5 mg, Sugar 1.2 g

CHEESY SPINACH CASSEROLE



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This quiche-like casserole from Marilyn Paradis of Woodburn, Oregon is a wonderful way to include good-for-you spinach in your menu. Made with eggs and reduced-fat cheese, the easy-to-cut side dish would be a welcome addition to a breakfast or brunch buffet.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch     Side Dishes

Time 1h

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

3/4 cup chopped onion
1 tablespoon butter
2 large eggs
1 large egg white
1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
2 cups 2% cottage cheese
1 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/8 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • In a small nonstick skillet, saute onion in butter until tender. In large bowl, combine the eggs, egg white and spinach. Stir in the cottage cheese, cheddar cheese, flour, salt and onion mixture. Pour into a 1-1/2-qt. baking dish coated with cooking spray. , Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 50-60 minutes or until a thermometer reads 160°.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 199 calories, Fat 9g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 95mg cholesterol, Sodium 440mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 20g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SIMPLE SPINACH LASAGNA



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So yummy! You can also substitute ground turkey or another veggie for the spinach.

Provided by LSPACE

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 1h40m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
2 (10 ounce) packages frozen chopped spinach
½ onion, chopped
½ teaspoon dried oregano
½ teaspoon dried basil
2 cloves garlic, crushed
1 (32 ounce) jar spaghetti sauce
1 ½ cups water
2 cups non-fat cottage cheese
1 (8 ounce) package part skim mozzarella cheese, shredded
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
½ cup chopped fresh parsley
1 teaspoon salt
⅛ teaspoon black pepper
1 egg
8 ounces lasagna noodles

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • In a large pot over medium heat saute spinach, onion, oregano, basil and garlic in the olive oil. Pour in spaghetti sauce and water; simmer 20 minutes. In a large bowl mix cottage cheese, mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, parsley, salt, pepper and egg.
  • Place a small amount of sauce in the bottom of a lasagna pan. Place 4 uncooked noodles on top of sauce and top with layer of sauce. Add 4 more noodles and layer with 1/2 sauce and 1/2 cheese mixture, noodles and repeat until all is layered, finishing with sauce.
  • Cover with foil and bake in a preheated oven for 55 minutes. Remove foil and bake another 15 minutes. Let sit 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 361.1 calories, Carbohydrate 41.6 g, Cholesterol 48.1 mg, Fat 11.8 g, Fiber 6.2 g, Protein 23.4 g, SaturatedFat 4.8 g, Sodium 1047.6 mg, Sugar 12.7 g

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