Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
1 tbsp

butter

melted

16 unit

frozen chopped spinach

thawed

8 unit

eggs

beaten

1 tbsp

dried dill weed

1 tbsp

onion powder

0.5 cup

skim milk

0.5 cup

feta cheese

crumbled

1 tbsp

extra virgin olive oil

Step 1
~4 min

Melt butter in a wide saucepan.

Step 2
~4 min

Add frozen chopped spinach to the saucepan.

Step 3
~4 min

Cook spinach on medium heat until thawed and steaming.

Step 4
~4 min

Add dried dill weed and onion powder to the spinach.

Step 5
~4 min

Continue cooking, stirring constantly, until spinach wilts and most moisture evaporates.

Step 6
~4 min

Remove spinach from heat and let cool slightly.

Step 7
~4 min

Grease a 9 x 13 inch glass baking dish with olive oil.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 8
~4 min

Beat eggs separately.

Step 9
~4 min

Add beaten eggs and milk to the cooled spinach mixture.

Step 10
~4 min

Pour spinach and egg mixture into the greased baking dish.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 11
~4 min

Gently stir the mixture with a fork to distribute evenly and break up clumps.

Step 12
~4 min

Crumble feta cheese and sprinkle on top of the casserole.

Step 13
~4 min

Bake in a preheated 350 degree oven for 40 minutes.

Step 14
~4 min

Bake until eggs are set, and the cheese is melted and lightly browned.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a richer flavor, use whole milk or cream.

Add a pinch of nutmeg for a more authentic Spanakopita flavor.

Use phyllo dough scraps on top for added texture.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be assembled the night before and baked in the morning.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Moderate
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side of yogurt or tzatziki sauce.

Serve with a fresh green salad.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Greek yogurt
Tzatziki sauce
Fresh green salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Greek-American

Cultural Significance

Inspired by traditional Greek Spanakopita.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Easter
Christmas

Occasion Tags

Brunch
Holiday breakfast
Weekend breakfast

Popularity Score

65/100