Spanakopita

Greek spinach and feta pie in crispy, buttery phyllo pastry — irresistible as an appetizer or main.

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Prep30m
Cook45m
Total1h 15m
Serves8
Levelmedium

Ingredients

8 servings
  • 1 lb fresh spinach (or frozen, thawed and squeezed dry)
  • 8 oz feta cheese (crumbled)
  • ½ cup ricotta cheese
  • 2 eggs
  • ½ onion (finely diced)
  • 2 clove garlic (minced)
  • 2 tbsp fresh dill
  • ¼ tsp nutmeg
  • 12 phyllo dough (sheets)
  • ½ cup butter (melted)

How to Make It

  1. 1

    Sauté onion and garlic. Add spinach and cook until wilted. Cool and squeeze dry.

  2. 2

    Mix spinach with feta, ricotta, eggs, dill, and nutmeg.

  3. 3

    Brush a 9x13 pan with butter. Layer 6 phyllo sheets, brushing each with butter.

  4. 4

    Spread filling evenly. Layer remaining 6 sheets, each buttered.

  5. 5

    Score top into squares before baking.

  6. 6

    Bake at 375°F for 40-45 minutes until golden and crispy.

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