Kittencal's Spinach Appetizer Squares

Ingredients

• 3 large eggs
• 1 cup milk
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon seasoning salt (or to taste, can use white salt)
• 1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
• 1 pinch cayenne pepper
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 2/3 cup grated parmesan cheese, divided
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 4 cups shredded cheddar cheese

• 1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach (cooked according to package directions then hand-squeezed dry)
• 6 tablespoons butter, cut into cubes (no subsitutes)

Directions

1. 1

   Set oven to 350 degrees F.

2. 2

   Generously grease a 13 x 9-inch baking dish with cooking spray.

3. 3

   In a large bowl whisk the eggs until frothy.

4. 4

   Add in milk, flour, garlic powder salt, pepper, cayenne, baking powder and 1/3 cup Parmesan cheese whisking vigorously until well blended (can use an electric mixer if desired).

5. 5

   Using a spoon mix in spinach until blended, then mix in the chopped onion and shredded cheddar cheese.

6. 6

   Place the butter in the baking pan then place in the oven to melt (about 10-12 minutes).

7. 7

   Transfer/spread the mixture into the hot baking pan over the butter.

8. 8

   Sprinkle the top with 1/3 cup or more parmesan cheese.

9. 9

   Bake for about 30-35 minutes or until firm and golden brown (for a more crispy square bake longer).

10. 10

    Cool slightly then cut into small squares removing each square using a spatula (these will slice easier when cooled they may be rewarmed again when ready to serve).