Spinach and cheese casserole

Here's a delicious recipe for Spinach and Cheese Casserole:

Ingredients:

• 1 pound fresh spinach (or 10 oz frozen spinach, thawed and drained)
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 cup sour cream
• 1/2 cup mayonnaise
• 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup (or cream of chicken soup)
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg (optional)
• 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (optional, for topping)
• 2 tablespoons melted butter (optional, for breadcrumbs)

Instructions:

1. Preheat Oven:

   • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish or a similar-sized casserole dish.

2. Prepare Spinach:

   • If using fresh spinach, wash and remove any tough stems. Sauté in a large skillet over medium heat until wilted, then drain and squeeze out excess moisture. If using frozen spinach, ensure it is thoroughly drained.

3. Mix the Sauce:

   • In a large bowl, combine the sour cream, mayonnaise, cream of mushroom soup, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and nutmeg (if using). Stir until well combined.

4. Combine Ingredients:

   • Add the cooked spinach and shredded cheddar cheese to the sauce mixture. Stir until everything is well combined.

5. Transfer to Baking Dish:

   • Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly.

6. Add Topping (Optional):

   • If using, mix the breadcrumbs with melted butter and sprinkle the mixture evenly over the top of the casserole.

7. Bake:

   • Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the casserole is hot and bubbly and the top is golden brown.

8. Cool and Serve:

   • Allow the casserole to cool for a few minutes before serving.

This spinach and cheese casserole is rich, creamy, and packed with flavor. It's perfect as a side dish or a main course! Enjoy!