Yi'S Spanakopita Recipe

Name: Yi'S Spanakopita
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted; 3 10 ounce boxes frozen spinach, thawed; 1/4 cup grated yellow onion; 1 teaspoon minced garlic; 8 ounces feta cheese, crumbled; 1 cup ricotta cheese; 1/2 cup Parmigiano Reggiano cheese; 1 large egg; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon pepper; 1 teaspoon dried mint; 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg; 1 roll of phyllo dough, thawed

Servings: persons

8 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
3 10 ounce boxes frozen spinach, thawed
1/4 cup grated yellow onion
1 teaspoon minced garlic
8 ounces feta cheese, crumbled
1 cup ricotta cheese
1/2 cup Parmigiano Reggiano cheese
1 large egg
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
1 teaspoon dried mint
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 roll of phyllo dough, thawed

1
Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Brush a 9x11 pan with 1 T melted butter.
2
In a large bowl, mix the spinach, onion, garlic, cheese, salt, pepper, mint and nutmeg together until combined.
3
The next step is layering the phyllo layers. The key is to keep the phyllo dough damp under a moist cloth throughout the process. Carefully place a sheet of phyllo (you may have to trim the edges) on the bottom of the buttered pan. Brush a little butter over the dough and continue the layering of phyllo then brushed butter for at least 7 layers. Once you form a solid base, spread out the spinach and cheese filling on top. Layer 7 more sheets of dough and brushed butter. Yi always reminded us to score the top layer of phyllo before baking to enable clean cut pieces later. Bake for 45 minutes or until the top is golden brown.

651

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Protein

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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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted, 3 10 ounce boxes frozen spinach, thawed, 1/4 cup grated yellow onion, 1 teaspoon minced garlic, and more.

Yes, Yi'S 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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Yi'S Spanakopita

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