Spanakopita(Spinach Pie) Recipe

Name: Spanakopita(Spinach Pie)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 boxes frozen chopped spinach; 1 small onion, grated; 1/3 c. Feta cheese; 2 eggs, beaten; 1 Tbsp. grated Romano cheese; 1/2 c. cottage cheese; 1/3 lb. filo dough; 1/2 stick butter or margarine; 1 Tbsp. cream cheese; 2 Tbsp. fresh dill; 1 tsp. oregano; salt and pepper to taste

Servings: persons

2 boxes frozen chopped spinach
1 small onion, grated
1/3 c. Feta cheese
2 eggs, beaten
1 Tbsp. grated Romano cheese
1/2 c. cottage cheese
1/3 lb. filo dough
1/2 stick butter or margarine
1 Tbsp. cream cheese
2 Tbsp. fresh dill
1 tsp. oregano
salt and pepper to taste

1
Thaw and drain spinach, squeezing out all liquid.
2
Place cheese and eggs in a mixing bowl.
3
Bring to room temperature.
4
Add spinach, salt and pepper.
5
Mix thoroughly.
6
Grease an 8-inch pie pan with margarine.
7
Begin placing the sheets of filo on the pan, one at a time, in a crisscross pattern, buttering each sheet as you go.
8
Save one sheet for the top.
9
Place last sheet on top, folding it to fit the pan.
10
Tuck the edges of the filo in along the sides of the pan with the dull side of a knife.
11
Cut 4 lines about 1/4-inch deep across the top of the filo.
12
Paint the top with the remaining butter.
13
Bake at 375u00b0 to 400u00b0 for 30 minutes or until top is golden brown.
14
Cut into serving pieces.
15
Serve hot or cold.

422

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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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 boxes frozen chopped spinach, 1 small onion, grated, 1/3 c. Feta cheese, 2 eggs, beaten, and more.

Yes, Spanakopita(Spinach Pie) falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

Spanakopita(Spinach Pie)

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