Spanakopita is a delicious Greek dish consisting of layers of flaky phyllo pastry filled with a mixture of spinach, feta cheese, onions, and various herbs and spices. Here’s a basic recipe to guide you through making Spanakopita:
Ingredients:
For the Filling:
1 pound (about 450g) fresh spinach, washed and chopped
1 cup crumbled feta cheese
1 cup ricotta cheese
1 onion, finely chopped
3 green onions, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 cup fresh parsley, chopped
1 teaspoon dried dill (or 1 tablespoon fresh dill)
Salt and pepper to taste
Pinch of nutmeg (optional)
For the Phyllo Layers:
1 package (about 16 ounces) phyllo dough, thawed if frozen
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
Instructions:
1. Prepare the Spinach Mixture:
a. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until softened.
b. Add the minced garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
c. Add the chopped spinach to the skillet and cook until wilted. Drain any excess liquid.
d. In a large bowl, combine the cooked spinach mixture with crumbled feta, ricotta, green onions, parsley, dill, salt, pepper, and nutmeg. Mix well.
2. Assemble the Spanakopita:
a. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
b. Unroll the phyllo dough and place it between two damp kitchen towels to prevent it from drying out.
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