Spanakopita (Greek Spinach Pie)
Ingredients
eggs3 extra large
feta cheese1.5 lbs
flour2 tablespoons
dill2 tablespoons
spinach4 boxes
olive oil120 ml
onions2 large
phyllo dough1 box
salt and pepper8 servings
vegetable oil0.5 cup
Nutrition Facts
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Instructions
Heat vegetable oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.
Slowly cook and stir onions until softened.
Mix in spinach, dill and flour.
Cook approximately 10 minutes, or until most of the moisture has been absorbed.
Remove from heat.
Mix in feta cheese, eggs, salt and pepper.Lay 1 sheet of phyllo dough in prepared baking pan, and brush lightly with olive oil.
Lay another sheet of phyllo dough on top, brush with olive oil, and repeat process with 10 more sheets of phyllo.
The sheets will overlap the pan.Spread spinach and cheese mixture into pan and fold overhanging dough over filling.
Brush with oil, then layer remaining sheets of phyllo dough, brushing each with oil.
Tuck overhanging dough into pan to seal filling.Bake in preheated oven for 30 to 40 minutes, until golden brown.
Cut into squares and serve while hot.
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