Spinach Turnovers Recipe

Name: Spinach Turnovers
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened; 3/4 cup butter, softened; 2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 5 bacon strips, diced; 1/4 cup finely chopped onion; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and well drained; 1 cup 4% cottage cheese; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon pepper; 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg; 1 large egg, beaten; Salsa, optional

Servings: persons

2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
3/4 cup butter, softened
2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
5 bacon strips, diced
1/4 cup finely chopped onion
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and well drained
1 cup 4% cottage cheese
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 large egg, beaten
Salsa, optional

1
In a bowl, beat cream cheese and butter until smooth. Combine flour and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture (dough will be stiff). Turn onto a floured surface; gently knead 10 times. Cover and refrigerate at least 2 hours.
2
In a skillet, cook bacon until crisp. Remove bacon; reserve 1 tablespoon drippings. Saute onion and garlic in drippings until tender. Remove from heat; stir in bacon, spinach, cottage cheese and seasonings. Cool.
3
On a lightly floured surface, roll dough to 1/8-in. thickness. Cut into 3-in. circles; brush edges with egg. Place 1 heaping teaspoon of filling on each circle. Fold over; seal edges. Prick tops with a fork. Brush with egg.
4
Bake at 400u00b0 for 10-12 minutes or until golden brown. Serve with salsa if desired.

1747

kcal

Calories

133

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened, 3/4 cup butter, softened, 2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and more.

Yes, Spinach Turnovers 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 Turnovers

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