Spanakopita Recipe

Name: Spanakopita
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 medium onion, chopped; 20 ounces frozen chopped spinach, defrosted and squeezed dry; salt and pepper, to taste; ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg; 8 ounces feta cheese, crumbled; 1 egg, beaten; 1 cup ricotta cheese; 12 sheets phyllo dough, defrosted; 3 tablespoons melted butter; 3 tablespoons olive oil

Servings: persons

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["Cook the onions in the microwave until translucent (about two minutes on high).", "Blend the onions, spinach, salt, pepper, nutmeg, feta cheese, egg and ricotta cheese together in a mixing bowl.", "Mix the melted butter with the olive oil.", "Using a pastry brush, oil the bottom and sides of a rectangle (9""x13"") casserole dish.", "Note: The phyllo sheets dry out immediately, so keep the unused portions covered with a kitchen towel (to keep the air out) until you are ready to use them; There is no need to be careful placing the sheets in the baking dish; Rips, folds and creases are absolutely acceptable and are completely unnoticeable in the final product.", "Place one sheet of phyllo on the bottom of the dish and paint it with the oil mixture.", "Repeat with the process, stacking a total of eight phyllo sheets and oiling between each layer.", "Spread the spinach mixture evenly over the top of the eighth layer.", "Place one sheet of phyllo over the spinach mixture and paint it with the oil mixture.", "Repeat with the remaining phyllo sheets.", "Oil the top layer and any exposed edges and sprinkle with salt.", "Bake in a 375F oven for about 45 minutes or until top is golden brown.", "This is great served warm or at room temperature."]

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 medium onion, chopped, 20 ounces frozen chopped spinach, defrosted and squeezed dry, salt and pepper, to taste, ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg, and more.

Yes, Spanakopita falls under the General 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.

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Spanakopita

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