BAKED SPANAKOPITA PASTA WITH GREENS AND FETA
This baked pasta is inspired by spanakopita, the classic Greek spinach and feta pie. This loose interpretation combines pasta with gooey mozzarella, briny feta, plenty of greens and a rich cream sauce, which is then piled into a dish and baked until golden. The key to this dish is in the greens: Use at least three kinds - a mellow one, a peppery one and a fresh herb or two - to create an exciting mix of flavors. No need to sauté them; just salt and massage them until they wilt slightly. This cozy dish might be the best way to eat your greens all year long.
Provided by Ali Slagle
Categories dinner, casseroles, pastas, main course
Time 40m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Heat the oven to 450 degrees.
- In a 3-quart/9-by-13-inch baking dish, toss the chopped spinach, arugula, herbs and scallion greens with 2 teaspoons salt and a few grinds of black pepper. Squeeze the mixture with your hands to wilt, then set aside.
- Cook the pasta in the boiling water until 2 minutes shy of al dente; reserve 1 cup pasta water, then drain pasta and set aside. Return the pot to the stove.
- Melt the butter in the pot over medium heat. Add the scallion whites, garlic and a pinch of salt, and sauté until softened, 4 to 5 minutes. Add the cream cheese and pasta water and stir until smooth. Stir in the wilted greens, half the mozzarella and half the feta until combined. Stir in the pasta until combined. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.
- Transfer the pasta to the baking dish, then top with remaining mozzarella and feta. Bake until the sauce has thickened and bubbly and the top has browned in spots, 10 to 15 minutes. If you like a crisper top, broil for a few minutes.
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Maximus907 W
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! It's so easy to make and the results are always delicious. I've made it several times and it's always a hit with my family and friends.
Arpon Das
[email protected]This was the worst pasta dish I've ever had. The sauce was watery and the pasta was overcooked.
Gaurab Sunuwar
[email protected]This recipe was a lifesaver! I was short on time and needed a quick and easy meal. This dish was perfect and my family loved it.
Faiz jainn
[email protected]This dish was a bit too rich for me. I would have liked more vegetables and less cheese.
Sajjal Ali
[email protected]I was really impressed with this recipe. It was easy to make and the results were delicious. I will definitely be making this again.
Arshad commando
[email protected]This dish was a bit bland for my taste. I would have liked more spices or herbs.
Joseph Harberts
[email protected]I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and the results are always delicious. I've made it several times and it's always a hit with my family and friends.
Ivan Rosas
[email protected]This recipe was a bit too complicated for me. I ended up making a few mistakes and the dish didn't turn out very well.
Caleb Alcerro
[email protected]I made this dish for my vegetarian friends and they loved it! They said it was the best pasta dish they had ever had.
Adrianna Mathis
[email protected]This was the best baked spanakopita pasta I've ever had! The flavors were amazing and the texture was perfect.
Amanda Thembelihle
[email protected]I thought this dish was just okay. It wasn't bad, but it wasn't amazing either. I probably wouldn't make it again.
Philip Idigo
[email protected]This dish was a bit too salty for my taste.
Jobydul islam
[email protected]This recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious. The pasta was cooked perfectly and the sauce was flavorful. I would definitely recommend this recipe to others.
Adan Quintero
[email protected]I made this dish for a party and it was a huge success! Everyone loved the flavor and the creamy texture.
Brandon Hunter
[email protected]This baked spanakopita pasta was a hit with my family! The combination of spinach, feta, and pasta was perfect, and the lemon-dill sauce added a nice brightness to the dish. I will definitely be making this again.