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Spanakopita


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  • Author: olivia RECIPES
  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Delicious Greek spinach pie made with flaky phyllo pastry and a savory filling.


Ingredients

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  • 1 pound fresh spinach
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dill
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 16 sheets phyllo pastry


Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté the onion and garlic until soft.
  3. Add spinach and cook until wilted, then remove from heat and let cool.
  4. In a bowl, mix together the ricotta, feta, dill, salt, and pepper.
  5. Combine the cooled spinach mix with the cheese mixture.
  6. Lay one sheet of phyllo dough in a greased baking dish, brush with olive oil, and layer another sheet on top.
  7. Repeat until you have about 4 layers.
  8. Spread the spinach and cheese filling over the phyllo layers.
  9. Top with additional phyllo sheets, brushing each layer with olive oil.
  10. Fold the edges of the phyllo dough over the filling to seal.
  11. Score the top of the pastry with a knife to create serving pieces.
  12. Bake for 30-40 minutes or until golden brown.

Notes

  • For a richer flavor, you can add an egg to the cheese mixture.
  • Serve with a side of yogurt for dipping.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Greek

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 piece
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 450mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 8g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg