SPANAKOPITA

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Our authentic Greek spanakopita uses chopped spinach but you can substitute fresh spinach if you prefer.

Provided by Stephanie Wise

Categories     Appetizer

Time 1h25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 boxes (9 oz each) frozen chopped spinach, thawed, squeezed to drain
12 green onions, chopped (3/4 cup)
1/4 cup finely chopped fresh parsley
Salt and pepper to taste
2 cups crumbled feta cheese (8 oz)
1 egg, slightly beaten
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
16 sheets frozen phyllo (filo) pastry (14x9 inch), thawed

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. In large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of the oil over medium heat. Add spinach and toss until heated. Remove from skillet; set aside.
  • In same skillet, heat remaining 1 tablespoon oil over medium-high heat. Cook onions in oil, stirring occasionally, until soft. Reduce heat to low. Stir in spinach, parsley, salt and pepper. Cook about 2 minutes longer. Remove from heat; cool. Stir in cheese and egg.
  • Generously brush 13x9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish with some of the melted butter. Place 1 phyllo sheet in dish; brush with butter. Layer with 7 more sheets, brushing each with butter before adding the next sheet. Spoon spinach mixture over top sheet. Layer with remaining 8 phyllo sheets, brushing each with remaining butter. Cut several slits in top.
  • Bake 40 to 50 minutes or until golden brown. Let stand 15 minutes before cutting.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 364.1, Carbohydrate 24.8 g, Cholesterol 79.0 mg, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 9.8 g, SaturatedFat 13.0 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 798.6 mg, Sugar 1.9 g

Seema Sahani
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This spanakopita recipe is a great way to use up leftover spinach. The phyllo dough is crispy and flaky, and the spinach and feta filling is creamy and flavorful.


junyed parvez
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I'm not a big fan of spinach, but I really enjoyed this spanakopita. The phyllo dough was crispy and flaky, and the spinach and feta filling was flavorful and satisfying.


Pk Don
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This spanakopita recipe is a keeper. I've made it several times and it always turns out great. The phyllo dough is crispy and flaky, and the spinach and feta filling is creamy and flavorful.


Meer Farman
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I'm so glad I found this spanakopita recipe. It's a great way to use up leftover spinach, and the results are delicious. The phyllo dough is crispy and flaky, and the spinach and feta filling is flavorful and satisfying.


Deula “SusenDeula” Susen
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This spanakopita recipe is easy to follow and the results are amazing. The phyllo dough is crispy and flaky, and the spinach and feta filling is creamy and flavorful.


Amemeka Rubben Kwame
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I made this spanakopita for a potluck and it was a hit. Everyone loved it! The phyllo dough was crispy and flaky, and the spinach and feta filling was flavorful and satisfying.


Samuel Guruski
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This spanakopita recipe is a great way to use up leftover spinach. The phyllo dough is crispy and flaky, and the spinach and feta filling is creamy and flavorful.


Jo Yar
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I'm not a big fan of spinach, but I really enjoyed this spanakopita. The phyllo dough was crispy and flaky, and the spinach and feta filling was flavorful and satisfying.


stefan kriek
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This spanakopita recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times and it always turns out great. The phyllo dough is crispy and flaky, and the spinach and feta filling is creamy and flavorful.


Md johur alom
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I made this spanakopita for a party and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it! The phyllo dough was crispy and flaky, and the spinach and feta filling was flavorful and satisfying.


JR Torres
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This was my first time making spanakopita and it was surprisingly easy. The instructions were clear and concise, and the dish turned out beautifully. The phyllo dough was nice and crispy, and the spinach and feta filling was delicious.


Rifat Ahmed
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I've made this recipe several times and it always turns out great. It's a bit time-consuming to make, but it's definitely worth it. The phyllo dough is crispy and flaky, and the spinach and feta filling is flavorful and satisfying.


CHEEMA MOBILE290
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This spanakopita recipe is amazing! The flavors are so well-balanced and the spinach and feta filling is perfectly creamy. I will definitely be making this again.


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