Delicious spanakopita

Delicious spanakopita

Spanakopita is a delicious Greek dish made with layers of phyllo dough, spinach, feta cheese, and herbs. Here’s a recipe for a tasty spanakopita:

Ingredients:

• 1 pound fresh spinach, washed and chopped
• 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
• 1 cup ricotta cheese
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4 cup fresh dill, chopped
• 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
• 4 large eggs, lightly beaten
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1 package (about 16 ounces) phyllo dough, thawed if frozen

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Filling:
   • In a large skillet, sauté the chopped onions and garlic over medium heat until softened.
   • Add the chopped spinach to the skillet and cook until wilted. Remove from heat and allow it to cool.
2. Make the Filling Mixture:………..

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Delicious spanakopita

Spanakopita is a delicious Greek dish made with layers of phyllo dough, spinach, feta cheese, and herbs. Here’s a recipe for a tasty spanakopita:

Ingredients:

• 1 pound fresh spinach, washed and chopped
• 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
• 1 cup ricotta cheese
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4 cup fresh dill, chopped
• 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
• 4 large eggs, lightly beaten
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1 package (about 16 ounces) phyllo dough, thawed if frozen

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Filling:
   • In a large skillet, sauté the chopped onions and garlic over medium heat until softened.
   • Add the chopped spinach to the skillet and cook until wilted. Remove from heat and allow it to cool.
2. Make the Filling Mixture:
   • In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked spinach and onions with feta cheese, ricotta cheese, Parmesan cheese, dill, parsley, and beaten eggs. Mix well.
   • Season the mixture with salt and pepper to taste.
3. Preheat the Oven:
   • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
4. Assemble the Spanakopita:
   • Unroll the phyllo dough and cover it with a damp kitchen towel to prevent it from drying out.
   • Brush a baking dish with melted butter.
   • Place one sheet of phyllo dough in the dish and brush it with melted butter. Repeat the process, layering about 8-10 sheets of phyllo dough.
5. Add the Filling:
   • Spread the spinach and cheese mixture evenly over the phyllo dough layers.
6. Top with Phyllo Layers:
   • Continue layering phyllo sheets on top of the spinach mixture, brushing each layer with melted butter. Fold any excess phyllo hanging over the sides.
7. Bake:
   • Score the top layer of phyllo with a sharp knife into squares or diamonds.
   • Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes or until the top is golden brown and crispy.
8. Cool and Serve:
   • Allow the spanakopita to cool for a few minutes before cutting along the scored lines.
   • Serve warm and enjoy!

Spanakopita is a wonderful appetizer or side dish, and it’s best enjoyed fresh out of the oven.