Spanakopita with Filo Crust

Spanakopita with Filo Crust is a delicious Greek dish that is perfect for any occasion. This savory pie is made with spinach, feta cheese, and a crispy filo crust. It's a great way to get your daily dose of greens and protein in one dish.

To make this dish, you will need the following ingredients:

- 1 pound fresh spinach, washed and chopped
- 1/2 cup chopped scallions
- 1/2 cup chopped fresh dill
- 1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/2 cup ricotta cheese
- 2 eggs, beaten
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup melted butter
- 1 package filo dough

To start, preheat your oven to 375 degrees F. In a large bowl, mix together the spinach, scallions, dill, parsley, feta cheese, ricotta cheese, eggs, salt, and pepper. Set aside.
Next, brush a 9x13 inch baking dish with melted butter. Lay one sheet of filo dough in the dish and brush it with melted butter. Repeat this process with 5 more sheets of filo dough, making sure to brush each layer with melted butter.
Once you have layered the filo dough, pour the spinach mixture on top of the filo crust. Spread it out evenly. Then, layer 6 more sheets of filo dough on top of the spinach mixture, brushing each layer with melted butter.
Finally, tuck in the edges of the filo dough and brush the top layer with melted butter. Bake the spanakopita for 45-50 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and crispy.
When the spanakopita is done, remove it from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving. This dish is perfect for a light lunch or dinner, and it's also great as an appetizer or side dish.
The Spanakopita with Filo Crust is a savory and crispy dish that is perfect for any occasion. The combination of spinach, feta cheese, and filo dough creates a delicious and satisfying meal. This dish is perfect for vegetarians and anyone looking for a healthy and flavorful meal.
Type of dish: Savory pie
Main ingredients: Spinach, Feta cheese, Filo dough