Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
1 tsp

Olive Oil

0.5 cup

Onion

Diced

10 unit

Frozen Spinach

Thawed

1 clove

Garlic

Minced

0.5 cup

Cottage Cheese

4 unit

Feta Cheese

Crumbled

1 tsp

Greek Seasoning

0.13 tsp

Nutmeg

0.25 tsp

Salt

0.5 unit

Phyllo Dough

0.25 cup

Butter

Melted

Step 1
~5 min

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2
~5 min

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 3
~5 min

Add diced onion to the skillet and cook until translucent.

Step 4
~5 min

Add thawed spinach to the skillet and cook until heated through, removing excess moisture.

Step 5
~5 min

Remove skillet from heat and let the spinach mixture cool slightly.

Step 6
~5 min

In a bowl, combine the spinach mixture, minced garlic, cottage cheese, crumbled feta cheese, Greek seasoning, nutmeg, and salt.

Step 7
~5 min

Melt butter in a small bowl.

Step 8
~5 min

Lay two phyllo sheets vertically on the prepared baking sheet and brush with melted butter.

Step 9
~5 min

Continue layering phyllo sheets in a clockwise fashion, brushing each set of two sheets with melted butter.

Key Technique: Layering
Step 10
~5 min

Once all phyllo sheets are used, spread the spinach mixture evenly in the center, forming a circle.

Step 11
~5 min

Carefully fold the phyllo dough over the edges of the spinach mixture, leaving the center filling visible.

Step 12
~5 min

Brush the edges with melted butter.

Step 13
~5 min

Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the center is set.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Make sure to thaw the spinach completely and squeeze out excess moisture before using.

Brush the phyllo dough generously with butter to ensure a crispy crust.

You can add other cheeses to the filling, such as Parmesan or Gruyere.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be assembled ahead of time and baked just before serving.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

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

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve as a side dish with a Greek salad.

Serve as an appetizer with tzatziki sauce.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Greek Salad
Roasted Lamb

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Greece

Cultural Significance

A staple in Greek cuisine, often served during celebrations and family gatherings.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Easter
Christmas

Occasion Tags

Family Dinner
Party
Potluck

Popularity Score

70/100

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