Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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8
servings
1.5 pound

Frozen Chopped Spinach

thawed, drained and squeezed dry

1 unit

Onion

chopped fine

1 bunch

Scallions

fresh chopped

2 tbsp

Butter

unsalted

1.5 pound

Ricotta Cheese

whole milk

0.5 pound

Feta Cheese

crumbled

8 unit

Cream Cheese

softened

0.67 cup

Olive Oil

extra virgin

2 unit

Eggs

large

0.25 cup

Parsley

fresh chopped

0.25 cup

Mint

fresh chopped

1 pinch

Salt

kosher

1 pinch

Black Pepper

freshly ground

1 cup

Water

cold

2 tbsp

Lemon Juice

fresh

0.33 cup

Vegetable Oil

refined

1 pinch

Salt

kosher

3.5 cup

All Purpose Flour

unbleached

1 unit

Butter

melted

1 unit

Egg

beaten

1 tbsp

Sesame Seeds

toasted

Step 1
~4 min

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 2
~4 min

Thaw, drain, and squeeze the spinach dry.

Step 3
~4 min

Chop the onion and scallions.

Step 4
~4 min

Sauté spinach, onion, and scallions in butter over medium heat until tender.

Step 5
~4 min

In a large bowl, combine the sautéed spinach mixture, ricotta, feta, cream cheese, olive oil, eggs, parsley, and mint.

Step 6
~4 min

Season the mixture with salt and pepper to taste.

Step 7
~4 min

Mix water, lemon juice, vegetable oil, salt, and flour to form the phyllo dough.

Step 8
~4 min

Knead the dough until it forms a ball and does not stick to fingers, adding more flour if needed.

Step 9
~4 min

Roll the dough out as thinly as possible using a rolling pin or pasta machine.

Step 10
~4 min

Grease a 9x13-inch glass baking dish.

Step 11
~4 min

Line the baking dish with phyllo dough, using at least 3 layers on the bottom, buttering between each layer.

Step 12
~4 min

Ensure the phyllo layers cover the sides of the dish and hang over the edges.

Step 13
~4 min

Add the spinach and cheese filling to the baking dish.

Step 14
~4 min

Fold the hanging phyllo layers up and over the filling.

Step 15
~4 min

Add 2 or 3 more layers of phyllo over the top of the mixture, buttering between layers.

Step 16
~4 min

Brush the top layer of phyllo with beaten egg.

Step 17
~4 min

Sprinkle sesame seeds evenly over the top.

Step 18
~4 min

With a sharp knife, cut squares through just the top phyllo layer.

Step 19
~4 min

Bake for 45 minutes to an hour, or until golden brown.

Step 20
~4 min

Let cool slightly before cutting and serving.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Make sure to thaw the spinach completely and squeeze out as much moisture as possible to prevent a soggy pie.

Brush each layer of phyllo dough with butter to ensure a flaky crust.

Use good quality feta cheese for the best flavor.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

20 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
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve warm or at room temperature.

Serve with a Greek salad.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Greek Salad
Tzatziki sauce
Roasted vegetables

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Greece

Cultural Significance

A traditional Greek savory pie, often served during celebrations and family gatherings.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Easter
Christmas
Family gatherings

Occasion Tags

Family Dinner
Party
Holiday

Popularity Score

70/100

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