Crispy-Topped Creamy Spinach

Name: Crispy-Topped Creamy Spinach
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 12
Ingredients: 2 eggs, beaten; 1 tub chive and onion cream cheese spread; ½ cup ranch dressing; 2 pkg. frozen chopped spinach, thawed, well drained; 1½ cups shredded triple-cheddar cheese, divided; 24 RITZ Crackers, crushed, divided

This easy, creamy spinach side dish should be on your next holiday table! Buttery RITZ Crackers are crushed into a special crunchy topping.

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Makes 12 servings

Ingredient list

2 eggs, beaten
1 tub (8 oz.) chive and onion cream cheese spread
½ cup ranch dressing
2 pkg. (10 oz. each) frozen chopped spinach, thawed, well drained
1½ cups shredded triple-cheddar cheese, divided
24 RITZ Crackers, crushed, divided

Directions

Heat oven to 375°F.

Mix first 3 ingredients in large bowl until blended. Stir in spinach. Add 3/4 cup cheddar and 1/2 cup cracker crumbs; mix well.

Spoon into 2-qt. casserole sprayed with cooking spray; top with remaining cracker crumbs and cheddar.

Bake 20 to 25 min. or until casserole is heated through and cheddar is melted.

Recipe Tips

VariationPrepare using chive and onion 1/3-less-fat than cream cheese spread, light ranch dressing, shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese and RITZ Reduced Fat Crackers.
How to Thaw Frozen SpinachThaw frozen spinach in refrigerator overnight. Or thaw in microwave as directed on package. Be sure to squeeze the spinach well after thawing to remove as much water as possible.
SubstitutePrepare using shredded cheddar cheese.