Traditional Greek Spanakopita
A classic Greek savory pie filled with spinach, feta cheese, and herbs, wrapped in flaky phyllo dough.
Ingredients
- ●1 package (typically 24-30 sheets) phyllo dough
- ●1 package (10 oz) frozen, thawed and drained spinach
- ●1 cup crumbled feta cheesepreferably Greek
- ●1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
- ●1/4 cup chopped green onions
- ●2 cloves minced garlic
- ●2 large eggs
- ●to taste black pepper
Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- 2
Thaw phyllo dough according to package instructions.
- 3
In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil over medium heat.
- 4
Add garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- 5
Add spinach and cook until wilted, about 2-3 minutes.
- 6
Remove from heat and stir in feta cheese, parmesan cheese, and green onions.
- 7
In a separate bowl, whisk together eggs and black pepper.
- 8
Layer phyllo dough in a baking dish, brushing each layer with butter.
- 9
Spread spinach mixture over the top layer of phyllo dough.
- 10
Pour egg mixture over the spinach mixture.
- 11
Cover with remaining phyllo dough, brushing with butter.
- 12
Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until golden brown and set.
- 13
Let cool for 10 minutes before serving.