YUMMY GREEK SPINACH PIE (SPANAKOPITA)

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This is my take on my mother's and grandmother's Spanakopita. Since they never measured anything (and I have also adopted this wacky cooking style) these are my best approximation on measurements. Enjoy!

Provided by diamonds4heather

Categories     Vegetable

Time 55m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 tablespoons butter, melted
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 onion, chopped
1 bunch green onion, chopped
2 lbs spinach, rinsed and chopped
1/3 cup chopped fresh parsley
3/4 cup ricotta cheese
1 cup crumbled feta cheese
2 eggs, beaten
phyllo dough
salt & pepper

Steps:

  • Saute onion, green onions and garlic, salt and pepper to taste, until soft in 3 or 4 tablespoons of olive oil.
  • Stir in spinach and parsley,until spinach is limp.
  • Remove from heat and set aside to cool.
  • in a bowl mix together eggs, ricotta, and feta.
  • Stir in spinach mixture.
  • Lay 1 sheet of phyllo dough in a 9x9 in baking dish and brush lightly with melted butter.
  • Lay another sheet of phyllo dough on top, brush with butter, and repeat with four more sheets of phyllo.
  • Spread spinach and cheese mixture into pan and place another 6 sheets of phyllo in the same process as before.
  • Place in a preheated 350 degree oven for 30 to 40 minutes.
  • Serve while hot.

Florence Dede
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I highly recommend this recipe. It's easy to make and it's absolutely delicious.


Stephen Osuji
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I made this for a party and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it.


Winry Pope
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This is the best spanakopita I've ever had! The filo dough is crispy and the filling is creamy and flavorful.


Michelle Perdue (Shelly)
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I wasn't sure how I would like spanakopita, but I was pleasantly surprised. It's a flavorful and satisfying dish.


dorn corn (Squeeker1OOOO)
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover spinach. It's also a healthy and delicious meal.


Mwangi John
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I followed the recipe exactly, and the spanakopita came out perfectly. It was a big hit with my family.


Yvette Hernandez
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I'm so glad I tried this recipe. It's now one of my favorite Greek dishes.


Thatow Rammusa
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This spanakopita is delicious! The filling is flavorful and the crust is flaky and golden brown.


Saja Hassan
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I've made this recipe several times, and it always turns out great. It's a perfect dish for a party or a potluck.


Syah ndoyiya
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I'm not usually a fan of spinach, but this pie changed my mind. The combination of flavors and textures is just perfect.


Fahel Ahmed
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This spanakopita recipe is a keeper! The flavors are incredible, and it's so easy to make. I've already made it twice, and it's been a hit both times.