Spinach Pie

Pie... Pie... Did someone say pie? I have learned that my kids will eat anything if it sounds like a dessert. To be honest, I love spinach, whether it is fresh in a spinach salad, or baked in some kid of casserole or dish like this one. My recipe for spinach pie came from my mother-in-law. It is extremely easy to make, and it is a great side dish for a meat. We often have this next to my state's famous Iowa pork chops. Spinach pie is a great, easy dish to have if your are looking for something warm and comfortable when it is cold out side, or it is perfect on a warm night when grilling too. This has become one of my favorite meals to make when I am bringing a "congratulations, you just had a baby" or "welcome to the neighborhood" dish. It is great reheated too!

Spinach Pie

3 eggs (beaten)
3 Tb. flour
1 C. shredded cheddar cheese
16 oz. cottage cheese
1/2 tsp. garlic
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. pepper
1 pkg. frozen chopped spinach (make sure to drain all excess water really well)
1 frozen deep dish pie shell

Combine all ingredients in bowl and mix well. Place in frozen pie shell and bake at 375 degrees until golden brown.