Mediterranean Spanakopita

1. 1

   Saute arugula in 2 Tbsp.

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   (30 mL) of the dressing (or 1 Tbsp.

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   [15 mL] of the dressing for trial recipe) in saute pan on medium-high heat until wilted.

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   Drain.

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   Squeeze excess moisture from arugula.

6. 6

   Chop arugula; place in large bowl.

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   Add cream cheese, dates, almonds, orange peel and cumin; mix well.

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   Cut each whole phyllo sheet into four lengthwise strips.

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   (For trial recipe, also cut half phyllo sheet into two strips.)

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    Spoon 1 tsp.

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    (5 mL) of the arugula mixture onto one end of each strip.

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    Fold one corner of phyllo strip over filling to make triangle.

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    Continue folding dough until entire strip is folded into a triangular packet.

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    Place in parchment paper-lined full sheet pan (or in lined half sheet pan for trial recipe).

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    Spray with cooking spray.

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    Bake in 350 degrees F-convection oven 5 to 8 min.

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    or until triangles are golden brown.

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    Serve warm or at room temperature.

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    For each serving: Place two phyllo triangles on small plate.

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    Serve with a 1-oz.

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    (30-g) cup of the remaining dressing on the side for dipping.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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