Easy Beet Greens Casserole
Whip up this delightfully simple beet greens casserole that's packed with earthy mushrooms, creamy ricotta, and golden cracker topping. Perfect for a cozy family dinneryour taste buds will thank you!
- Difficulty: Easy
- Servings: 6 to 8
- Nutritional Information per Serving (1 of 8 servings): Calories 174, Total Fat 11 g, Saturated Fat 6 g, Carbohydrates 9 g, Dietary Fiber 3 g, Sugars 2 g, Protein 11 g, Cholesterol 99 mg, Sodium 358 mg
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Preparation Time: 25 minutes
- Cooking Time: 50 minutes
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 12 ounces sliced mushrooms
- 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
- 1 pound beet greens, washed and trimmed
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 4 egg yolks, whisked
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup crushed crackers (recommended: Ritz crackers)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375F (190C) and get ready for irresistible aromas to fill your kitchen.
- In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the mushrooms and garlic, sauting until soft and fragrant. Stir in the beet greens until evenly mixed, then remove from heat. Season with Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper for that perfect savory kick.
- In a bowl, whisk together the egg yolks, ricotta, Parmesan, and salt until smooth and creamy. Combine with the sauted greens mixture, pour into a lightly greased 9 x 11-inch baking dish. Top with crushed crackers, cover, and bake for 30 minutes. Uncover and bake another 15 minutes until golden and bubblypure comfort on a plate!
Slice, serve warm, and watch it disappear. Don't those vibrant greens and cheesy goodness make you hungry already?
