This delicious Italian Ricotta e Spinaci recipe for toddlers is easy to make and full of nutrition and flavour. Perfect for lunch or dinner, it combines creamy ricotta with spinach, onion, garlic and herbs for an irresistable combination. Our toddler-friendly version is quick to cook and sure to be a hit with your little ones. Try it today on Toddler Recipes Australia for a nutritious meal the whole family can enjoy.

General Information: Servings: 4 Keywords: Ricotta, Spinach, Vegetarian Calories: 270 Protein: 22g Carbs: 10g Fats: 16g Preparation Time: 10 minutes Cooking Time: 15 minutes

Ingredients

• 500g fresh spinach leaves
• 500g Ricotta cheese
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 garlic cloves, minced or 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 4 tablespoons Parmesan cheese, grated
• 1 teaspoon of black pepper

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 200°C
2. Place the spinach leaves in a colander and rinse with cold water. Allow them to drain for a few minutes, then transfer to a cutting board and roughly chop.

Steve’s Tip: If you don’t want to dirty too many dishes, you can chop the spinach in the colander itself!

1. Heat the olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the onion is softened and lightly golden.

Steve’s Joke: Why did the onion go to the gym? He wanted to get the chop!

1. Add the garlic, and sauté for 1 minute. Add the chopped spinach and stir well. Cover the pan, lower the heat and let the spinach cook for 5 minutes.

2. Once the spinach is cooked, remove the pan from heat and mix in the Ricotta cheese. Then stir in the Parmesan cheese and black pepper, and season with a pinch of salt (optional).

3. Transfer the mixture to an oven-safe baking dish and bake for approximately 10 minutes, until golden brown. Serve hot.

Recommended Sides

• Grilled vegetable skewers
• Rosemary roasted potatoes
• Garlic bread