Asparagus Spanakopita Recipe

Name: Asparagus Spanakopita
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups cut fresh asparagus (1-inch pieces); 20 sheets phyllo dough, (14 inches x 9 inches); Nonstick cooking spray; Refrigerated butter-flavored spray; 2 cups torn fresh spinach; 3 ounces crumbled feta cheese; 2 tablespoons butter; 1/4 cup all-purpose flour; 1-1/2 cups fat-free milk; 3 tablespoons lemon juice; 1 teaspoon dill weed; 1 teaspoon dried thyme; 1/4 teaspoon salt

Servings: persons

2 cups cut fresh asparagus (1-inch pieces)
20 sheets phyllo dough, (14 inches x 9 inches)
Nonstick cooking spray
Refrigerated butter-flavored spray
2 cups torn fresh spinach
3 ounces crumbled feta cheese
2 tablespoons butter
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1-1/2 cups fat-free milk
3 tablespoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon dill weed
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 teaspoon salt

1
Place asparagus in a steamer basket. Place over 1 in. of water in a saucepan; bring to a boil. Cover and steam for 5 minutes or until crisp-tender.
2
Place one sheet of phyllo dough in a 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray; trim if necessary. Spritz dough with butter-flavored spray. Repeat layers nine times. Arrange spinach, feta cheese and asparagus over the top. Cover with a sheet of phyllo dough; spritz with butter-flavored spray. Repeat, using remaining phyllo. Cut into 12 pieces. Bake, uncovered, at 350u00b0 for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown.
3
For sauce, melt butter in a small saucepan. Stir in flour until smooth; gradually add milk. Stir in lemon juice, dill, thyme and salt. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until thickened. Serve spanakopita with sauce.

210

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups cut fresh asparagus (1-inch pieces), 20 sheets phyllo dough, (14 inches x 9 inches), Nonstick cooking spray, Refrigerated butter-flavored spray, and more.

Yes, Asparagus Spanakopita falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Asparagus Spanakopita

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