Spanakopita (Spinach-Cheese Pie)

Yield: 16 squares

Ingredients

• 2 pounds fresh spinach
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 4 tablespoons butter
• 1 cup cream sauce
• 6 eggs, beaten
• 1 cup finely-crumbled feta cheese
• Salt and pepper
• Dash of nutmeg
• 1/2 pound phyllo pastry sheets
• Butter, melted

Instructions

1. Wash spinach and discard stems. Dry thoroughly on absorbent paper and cut into pieces.
2. Sauté onion in butter until soft.
3. Add spinach and sauté a few minutes longer.
4. Cool. Add cream sauce, eggs, cheese and seasonings. Mix well.
5. Place 7 layers of phyllo pastry sheets in an 11 x 14 x 2 inch pan, brushing each sheet well with melted butter. Add spinach mixture, then place 8 phyllo pastry sheets on filling, again buttering each sheet.
6. Bake at 350 degrees F for about 30 minutes, or until crust is golden brown.
7. Cut into small squares before serving.

Notes

Spanakopita freezes well.

Attribution

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