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Ingredients
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Filling
Pastry
Method
Filling Preparation
- 1
Sauté the Onions
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the finely chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
- 2
Add Spinach and Garlic
Add the minced garlic and fresh spinach to the skillet. Cook until the spinach is wilted, about 3-4 minutes. Season with salt and black pepper. Remove from heat and let cool.
- 3
Mix the Filling
In a mixing bowl, combine the cooled spinach mixture with cream cheese, crumbled feta cheese, and the beaten egg. Mix until well combined.
Assembling the Spanakopita
- 4
- 5
- 6
Add the Filling
Spread the spinach filling evenly over the layered filo dough.
- 7
Top with More Filo
Continue layering the remaining filo sheets on top of the filling, brushing each sheet with melted butter. Finish with a few layers on top.
- 8
Bake the Spanakopita
Using a sharp knife, score the top layer of the pastry into squares (to help with cutting after baking). Bake in the preheated oven for 30-40 minutes or until golden brown.
- 9
Cool and Serve
Once baked, remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before slicing. Serve warm or at room temperature.