Spanikopita Recipe
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Ingredients
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Filling
Phyllo Dough
Method
Filling Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Spinach
Wash the fresh spinach thoroughly under cold water. Remove any tough stems and chop it roughly.
- 2
Cook the Onions and Garlic
In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- 3
- 4
Mix in Cheeses and Seasoning
In a mixing bowl, combine the wilted spinach mixture with crumbled feta cheese, chopped dill, the egg, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
Phyllo Assembly
- 5
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- 6
Prepare Phyllo Dough
Melt the butter in a small saucepan. Lay out the phyllo pastry sheets on a clean, dry surface. Keep the sheets covered with a damp towel to prevent them from drying out.
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- 8
Fill and Fold
Spoon a portion of the spinach filling along one edge of the layered phyllo. Fold the sides in and roll the phyllo over the filling to form a log or triangle shape. Place the filled spanikopita on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
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