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Mediterranean Spinach Pie

This Greek spinach pie is called Spanakopita and is perfect as a side dish or as an appetizer. Although it may take some extra effort to prepare, it's well worth enjoying this traditional Greek dish.
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Course Pasta Dough, Pies / Flans / Tarts
Cuisine Greek, International Dishes
Servings 6 servings
Calories 3330.27 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 package (10 ounces) spinach, frozen, chopped, thawed and squeezed dry
  • 1/2 cup(s) green onions, minced
  • 1/2 cup(s) parsley, fresh, chopped
  • 1/2 cup(s) fresh dill, minced
  • 1/2 cup(s) crumbled feta cheese
  • 4 ounce(s) cream cheese, softened
  • 4 ounce(s) cottage cheese
  • 2 tablespoon(s) parmesan, grated
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 dash(es) salt, to taste
  • 1 dash(es) pepper, to taste
  • 40 sheets phyllo dough, thawed
  • 1/2 cup(s) butter, melted

Instructions
 

  • In a blender combine spinach with scallions, parsley, dill, cheeses, eggs, salt and pepper and process until smooth.
  • Prepare small fillo triangles according to directions for triangles.
  • Fill each triangle with 1 tbs of spinach mixture.
  • Brush outside of triangles with butter; place seam side down on ungreased cookie sheet.
  • Bake in preheated 350-degree oven for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown and puffed.
  • Serve hot.
  • Ready in 1 hour.

Nutrition

Calories: 3330.27kcalCarbohydrates: 433.27gProtein: 111.95gFat: 127.49gSaturated Fat: 55.19gCholesterol: 636.83mgSodium: 5919.91mgFiber: 26.95gSugar: 12.41g
Keyword Fresh Spinach, Vegetables
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