Greek spanakopita (spinach pie)
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Greek spanakopita (spinach pie)
Course: AppetizersCuisine: GreekDifficulty: Medium
Servings
6-8
servingsPrep time
20
minutesCooking time
35
minutesDiscover the secrets to making the perfect spanakopita. Try an authentic recipe and enjoy a taste of Greece at home.
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Ingredients
1 pkg phyllo dough
1 lb spinach (fresh or frozen)
1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
1/2 cup ricotta cheese
1 onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tbsp olive oil
1 egg
salt and pepper to taste
butter for brushing phyllo dough
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- Sauté the onion and garlic in olive oil until softened. Add spinach and cook until wilted (or thawed if frozen).
- In a bowl, mix the spinach mixture with feta, ricotta, egg, salt, and pepper.
- Layer phyllo sheets in a greased baking dish, brushing each layer with melted butter.
- Add the spinach mixture, then layer more phyllo sheets on top, brushing with butter.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until golden and crispy.
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