Scalloped Spinach

Name: Scalloped Spinach
Ingredients: 6 bacon strips, diced; 1/4 cup chopped onion; 1 package (10 ounces) fresh spinach, chopped; 2 cups soft bread crumbs, divided; 2 cups milk; 2 eggs, beaten; 1/4 cup butter, melted; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/8 teaspoon pepper

9 ingredients

3 steps

Ingredients

6 bacon strips, diced
1/4 cup chopped onion
1 package (10 ounces) fresh spinach, chopped
2 cups soft bread crumbs, divided
2 cups milk
2 eggs, beaten
1/4 cup butter, melted
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Directions

1

In a small skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Using a slotted spoon, remove to paper towels; drain, reserving 1 tablespoon drippings. In same skillet, saute onion in drippings until tender; set aside
2

In a large saucepan, bring 1/2 in. water and spinach to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook for 6-8 minutes or until tender. Drain well; transfer to a large bowl. Add 1-1/2 cups bread crumbs, milk, eggs, butter, salt, pepper and reserved onion.
3

Pour into a greased 2-qt. baking dish. Top with the reserved bacon, then remaining crumbs. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 50-60 minutes or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean.