Spinach and Cheese Squares
This is an easy and quick recipe that is always a favorite. Like real men, it's Quiche, without the crust.
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Servings: 24 squares
Cost: $
Equipment
- 9x13-inch baking pan
Ingredients
- 2 eggs slightly beaten
- 6 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 10 ounce package spinach defrosted, drained and excess water squeezed out
- 1 16 ounce container low-fat cottage cheese
- 1-1/2 cups grated Cheddar cheese
- 1/4 teaspoon fresh-ground black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1/8 teaspoon nutmeg
- 3 tbsp wheat germ
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F, and generously grease a 9x13-inch baking pan.
- In a large bowl, beat the eggs and flour until smooth.
- Add the spinach, cottage cheese, Cheddar cheese, black pepper, cayenne pepper and nutmeg.
- Mix until well combined.
- Spoon into the prepared baking pan.
- Sprinkle evenly with the wheat germ.
- Bake uncovered, at 350°F for 45 minutes, or until slightly puffed and a knife inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let stand for 10 minutes before cutting into 2-inch squares.
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Notes
Serve these as an appetizer or on the buffet table. They can be made ahead, frozen or refrigerated, and reheated for service later on.