River Road Spinach Madeline

Ingredients and Weight: - 2 pounds fresh spinach - 8 ounces cream cheese, softened - 8 ounces sour cream - 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese - 1/2 cup bread crumbs - 1/4 cup chopped onion - 1/4 cup chopped green bell pepper - 1/4 cup chopped red bell pepper - 1/4 teaspoon salt - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Preparation Time: 20 minutes

Cooking Time: 20 minutes

Difficulty Level: 2 (Easy)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a large bowl, combine the spinach, cream cheese, sour cream, Parmesan cheese, bread crumbs, onion, bell peppers, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
3. Pour the mixture into a greased 9x13-inch baking dish.
4. Bake for 20 minutes, or until the spinach is hot and bubbly.

Nutritional Information:

Per serving (1/8th of the dish): - Calories: 220 - Fat: 12g - Carbohydrates: 20g - Protein: 10g

Dish Characteristics: - Creamy and cheesy - Packed with spinach for nutritional value - Savory with a blend of bell peppers and onion

User Comments: - "This dish is a perfect way to get my daily dose of vegetables." - "The flavors are amazing! It's rich and satisfying." - "I love the crispy bread crumb topping." - "It's easy to make and always turns out delicious." - "This is my go-to dish for potlucks and gatherings."

Special Precautions and Tips: - For a healthier version, use low-fat cream cheese and sour cream. - To make the bread crumbs, toast 1 cup of bread and crumble it. - If you don't have fresh spinach, you can use 10 ounces of frozen spinach, thawed and drained.