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Spanakopita

Recipe Information

Description:
Spanakopita is a delicious Greek recipe usually served as a appetizer. It requires about 15 minutes of prep time and about 40 minutes of cooking time for a combined total time of 55 minutes. The overall cooking skill level is considered intermediate. This recipe will yield 6 servings if prepared as directed.
Servings 6
Preparation Time 15 Minutes
Cook Time 40 Minutes
Total Time 55 Minutes
Difficulty Intermediate
Main Ingredient Spinach
Category Vegetables
Meal Lunch; Dinner
Type Appetizer; Main Dish; Side Dish
Cuisine Greek
Cook Method Sautéing; Baking
Diet

Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons butter, melted

  • 4 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1 onion chopped

  • 1 bunch green onions, chopped

  • 2 pounds spinach, rinsed and chopped

  • 1/3 cup chopped fresh parsley

  • 3/4 cup ricotta cheese

  • 1 cup crumbled feta cheese

  • 2 eggs, beaten

  • Phyllo dough

  • Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

  • Sauté the onions and garlic in 3-4 tablespoons of olive oil. Add salt and pepper to taste.

  • Mix in the spinach and parsley, and cook until the spinach is wilted.

  • Turn off the heat and set to the side to cool.

  • Combine the eggs, ricotta, and feta in a bowl.

  • Transfer the spinach mixture to the bowl.

  • Place 1 sheet of phyllo dough in a 9x9 in baking pan and put a light coat of melted butter on top.

  • Place another sheet of phyllo dough over the first and again dress with melted butter. Do this same process with 4 more sheets of dough.

  • Transfer the spinach and cheese mixture to the pan on top of the dough.

  • Put another 6 sheets of phyllo dough over the spinach using the same technique as before.

  • Bake in an oven for 30-40 minutes at 350 degrees F.

Nutrition (per serving)

  • Calories: 247 cal

  • Total fat: 17g

  • Saturated fat: 10g

  • Cholesterol: 115mg

  • Sodium: 505mg

  • Carbohydrate: 12g

  • Fiber: 4g

  • Protein: 14g