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Heat oven to 375 degrees F.
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In a skillet over medium-high heat, heat the oil.
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Add the spinach and cook until wilted.
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Add the pine nuts and cheese and stir to combine.
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Remove from heat and let cool.
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Unfold the phyllo dough.
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Brush dough with some of the melted butter.
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Cut into strips about 4 inches wide.
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Place a damp paper towel or kitchen towel over the dough while assembling the spanakopita so that it doesn't dry out.
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Place about 1 tablespoon of the filling on 1 end of the strip leaving about a 1-inch border from the bottom edge.
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Take 1 corner of the bottom edge and fold it over the filling to make a triangle shaped enclosure.
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Take the triangle and flip it onto the dough making another triangle fold.
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Continue to do this until the whole phyllo strip is used and the spanakopita is now formed into a triangular package.
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Repeat with remaining butter, filling and phyllo, (you may not need all of the phyllo dough).
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Place all the spanakopita on a baking sheet and brush the tops with melted butter.
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Bake until the pastry is golden brown and slightly flaky, about 10 to 15 minutes.
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Remove and serve immediately.