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Spanakopita
About the Dish:
Spanakopita is a traditional Greek dish made with layers of crispy phyllo pastry filled with a mixture of spinach, feta cheese, onions, and herbs. It is a popular appetizer or main dish, known for its rich flavors and crunchy texture.
Nutrition Information:
Nutrient
Amount
Total Fat
15g
Saturated Fat
7g
Trans Fat
0g
Cholesterol
35mg
Sodium
340mg
Total Carbohydrates
30g
Dietary Fiber
3g
Sugars
3g
Protein
9g
Ingredients:
Ingredient
Quantity
Phyllo pastry sheets
1 package
Spinach, frozen or fresh
500g
Feta cheese, crumbled
200g
Onion, finely chopped
1
Dill, chopped
1/4 cup
Olive oil
1/4 cup
Eggs, lightly beaten
2
Salt
1/2 teaspoon
Pepper
1/4 teaspoon
Cooking Instructions:
Step 1: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
Step 2: Thaw the spinach if using frozen, or blanch fresh spinach until wilted. Drain and squeeze out excess moisture. Chop the spinach.
Step 3: In a large bowl, mix together the spinach, crumbled feta cheese, chopped onion, chopped dill, olive oil, beaten eggs, salt, and pepper.
Step 4: Brush a baking dish with olive oil. Layer half of the phyllo pastry sheets in the dish, brushing each sheet with olive oil. Spread the spinach mixture evenly over the phyllo.
Step 5: Layer the remaining phyllo pastry sheets on top of the spinach mixture, again brushing each sheet with olive oil. Brush the top sheet with olive oil.
Step 6: Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes, or until the phyllo is golden brown and crispy.
Step 7: Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving. Cut into squares or triangles and enjoy!
