Spinach Phyllo Triangles Recipe

Name: Spinach Phyllo Triangles
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup ricotta cheese; 2 tablespoons butter; 1 cup chopped fresh parsley leaves; 1 (10-ounce) package frozen creamed spinach; 1 tablespoon pepper; 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg; 2 tablespoons ouzo; 1 (3.5-ounce) package reduced fat crumbled feta cheese; 1/4 cup minced pepperoncini and their juices; 1 box phyllo dough, thawed; Extra-virgin olive oil

Servings: persons

1/2 cup ricotta cheese
2 tablespoons butter
1 cup chopped fresh parsley leaves
1 (10-ounce) package frozen creamed spinach
1 tablespoon pepper
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
2 tablespoons ouzo
1 (3.5-ounce) package reduced fat crumbled feta cheese
1/4 cup minced pepperoncini and their juices
1 box phyllo dough, thawed
Extra-virgin olive oil

1
Using a coffee filter set over a bowl, drain the ricotta.
2
Discard liquid and set ricotta aside.
3
In a 2-quart saute pan over medium heat, melt butter.
4
Add parsley, creamed spinach, pepper, and nutmeg and cook for 5 minutes.
5
Add ouzo and simmer for another 5 minutes.
6
Remove from heat and stir in ricotta and feta cheeses and the pepperoncini.
7
Let cool and then refrigerate for 20 minutes or more.
8
Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
9
In the meantime, roll out the phyllo dough and, starting from the long side, cut sheets into 2-inch wide strips.
10
Cover with a paper towel and a slightly dampened kitchen towel.
11
Take 3 strips and brush the top sheet lightly with olive oil.
12
Top with 1 teaspoon of filling, placed 1/2-inch above the bottom corner.
13
Fold into a triangle shape and repeat as though folding into a flag.
14
Repeat.
15
Arrange triangles seam side down on a cookie sheet lined with parchment paper.
16
Lightly brush triangles with olive oil and bake for 20 minutes or until golden brown.
17
Cool slightly and transfer to a serving platter.
18
Freeze leftover phyllo dough for other uses.

236

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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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup ricotta cheese, 2 tablespoons butter, 1 cup chopped fresh parsley leaves, 1 (10-ounce) package frozen creamed spinach, and more.

Yes, Spinach Phyllo Triangles 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.

Spinach Phyllo Triangles

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