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Spanakopita

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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Course Appetizer, Breakfast, Brunch, Entree, Lunch
Cuisine Greek
Servings 12
Calories 371 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Filling:

  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 red onion chopped
  • 1 bunch scallions chopped
  • Sprinkle of salt
  • 4 eggs
  • 2 pounds frozen spinach thawed and drained
  • 1 large bunch fresh dill de-stemmed and chopped
  • 12 ounces feta cheese crumbled
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

For Assembly:

  • 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 pound frozen phyllo dough thawed

Instructions
 

  • Thaw the phyllo and spinach: Remove both from the freezer at least 30 minutes before beginning.
  • Sauté the onions: Heat ¼ cup olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add red onion and scallions with a sprinkle of salt. Sauté for 1–2 minutes, until fragrant and softened. Set aside.
  • Preheat the oven: to 350°F.
  • Prepare the spinach: Place spinach in a colander. If any pieces are still frozen, run warm water over them. Drain well, then squeeze out as much excess water as possible—this step is key to prevent sogginess.
  • Make the filling: In a large bowl, beat the eggs. Add drained spinach, sautéed onions, dill, feta, and ¼ teaspoon salt. Mix well to combine.
  • Prepare the phyllo layers: Melt the butter in a small pan and stir in ½ cup olive oil. Brush the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish with the olive oil-butter mixture.
  • Layer the phyllo: Unroll the phyllo dough and carefully place one sheet in the dish. Brush with the olive oil-butter mixture. Repeat with about 12 sheets, brushing each with oil and butter.
  • Add the filling: Spread the spinach mixture evenly over the phyllo layers.
  • Top with remaining phyllo: Layer another 12 sheets on top, brushing each with the oil-butter mixture. Fold the edges over the sides and brush with more oil-butter to seal.
  • Bake: Place in the oven and bake for 40 minutes, or until the phyllo is golden brown and crispy.
  • Cool and serve: Let cool for about 15 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 371kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 11gFat: 26gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 13gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 647mgPotassium: 348mgFiber: 3gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 9148IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 254mgIron: 3mg
Keyword Spanakopita Recipe
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