Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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8
servings
1 cup

Butter

soft

2.5 cup

Self Rising Flour

8 unit

Sour Cream

nonfat

1 lb

Spinach

prewashed Baby

0.25 cup

Green Onion

chopped

2 tbsp

Butter

0.5 cup

Feta Cheese

crumbled

0.25 cup

Romano Cheese

grated

0.25 cup

Edam Cheese

grated

0.25 cup

Sour Cream

fat free

2 unit

Eggs

1 pinch

Salt

1 pinch

Black Pepper

2 tbsp

Parmesan Cheese

grated

2 tbsp

Sesame Seeds

Step 1
~4 min

Prepare the crust by mixing butter, flour, and sour cream (or yogurt) together by hand to make a smooth dough.

Key Technique: Mixing
Step 2
~4 min

Keep the crust in the refrigerator while preparing the filling.

Step 3
~4 min

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and butter a 9x13 inch pan.

Step 4
~4 min

If using green onion, cook it in butter or margarine over low heat until softened but not completely cooked.

Step 5
~4 min

Let the sautéed green onion cool.

Step 6
~4 min

Cook the spinach, covered, over low heat for about 5 minutes, then strain well and squeeze out excess water.

Step 7
~4 min

In a large bowl, mix together the cooked spinach, feta cheese, romano cheese, edam cheese (or other hard cheese), sour cream, eggs, and cooled sautéed green onions.

Step 8
~4 min

Taste the filling and add salt and pepper to taste.

Step 9
~4 min

Remove the crust from the refrigerator.

Step 10
~4 min

Press 2/3 of the dough into the prepared pan.

Step 11
~4 min

Pour the prepared filling on top of the dough.

Step 12
~4 min

Roll the remaining dough between your palms into strips and lay over the filling in a lattice pattern.

Step 13
~4 min

Sprinkle the pie with Parmesan cheese and sesame seeds.

Step 14
~4 min

Bake for approximately 35-40 minutes in the preheated oven until golden brown.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Use a food processor for a quicker crust.

Add a pinch of nutmeg to the spinach filling for extra flavor.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Crust can be made a day in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

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

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side salad.

Serve as part of a brunch spread.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Greek Salad
Tomato Soup

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Greece

Cultural Significance

Common in Greek cuisine, often served during celebrations.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Easter
Christmas

Occasion Tags

Brunch
Lunch
Dinner
Potluck

Popularity Score

75/100

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