Greek Beef and Spinach Bake with a side of Roasted Green Beans and a Lemon Wedge

Step 1: Prepare the Spinach

Wash the spinach thoroughly and remove any tough stems. Set aside to drain.

• 10 ounces fresh spinach

Step 2: Sauté Aromatics

Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 large onion (chopped)
• 2 cloves garlic (minced)

Step 3: Brown the Beef

Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned. Drain any excess fat.

• 1.5 pounds ground beef

Step 4: Season the Beef

Stir in the dried oregano, dried basil, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using). Cook for another minute to release the flavors.

• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

Step 5: Wilt the Spinach

Add the spinach to the skillet and cook until it wilts, stirring occasionally. This should only take a few minutes.

• Prepared spinach from step 1

Step 6: Add Cream Cheese and Broth

Reduce heat to low. Stir in the softened cream cheese and beef broth until the cream cheese is fully melted and incorporated.

• 4 ounces cream cheese (softened)
• 0.5 cup beef broth (low sodium)

Step 7: Bake the Beef and Spinach

Transfer the beef and spinach mixture to a baking dish. Sprinkle with crumbled feta cheese and grated parmesan cheese. Bake in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

• Cooked beef and spinach mixture from step 6
• 0.5 cup feta cheese (crumbled)
• 0.25 cup parmesan cheese (grated)

Step 8: Roast the Green Beans

While the beef is baking, toss the green beans with the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread them in a single layer on a baking sheet. Roast in the oven along with the beef bake for the last 15-20 minutes, or until tender and slightly browned.

• 1 pound green beans
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• Salt (to taste)
• Black pepper (to taste)

Step 9: Serve

Serve the Greek Beef and Spinach Bake hot, with a side of roasted green beans and a lemon wedge.

• Baked Greek Beef and Spinach Bake from step 7
• Roasted Green Beans from step 8
• 1 whole lemon (cut into wedges)