Best 7 Spinach And Three Cheese Phyllo Pie Recipes

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Spinach and three cheese phyllo pie is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. It is a crowd-pleaser that is perfect for any occasion. The combination of spinach, three cheeses, and crispy phyllo dough creates a flavorful and satisfying meal.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

SPINACH PHYLLO HAND PIE



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h5m

Yield 6 hand pies

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 sticks (1 cup) salted butter
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 small yellow onion, halved and sliced
One 10-ounce jar artichoke hearts, drained and finely chopped
1 cup heavy cream
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
4 ounces cream cheese, at room temperature
1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan
3 cups packed baby spinach
Nonstick cooking spray, for the baking sheet
9 sheets frozen phyllo dough, thawed

Steps:

  • Melt 1 stick of the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the garlic and onion and cook until the onion is softened, 2 to 3 minutes. Add the artichoke hearts and stir. Pour in the cream and bring to a boil. Reduce to a simmer and let the mixture thicken for 1 to 2 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Stir in the cream cheese and Parmesan and mix until smooth. Add the spinach and cook, stirring occasionally, until the spinach is fully wilted. Set the mixture to cool to room temperature, about 20 minutes.
  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
  • Melt the remaining 1 stick butter in a small saucepan. Spray a baking sheet with nonstick cooking spray and set aside.
  • On a clean work surface, halve and trim the phyllo sheets into 18 rectangular pieces (5 1/3 inches by 9 inches). Layer 3 phyllo sheets, brushing the top of each layer with melted butter. (Cover the remaining phyllo dough with plastic wrap and a damp cloth to keep from drying out.) Place 1/4 cup of the filling about 1 inch from the bottom of the phyllo rectangle. Fold the corner of the phyllo dough over the filling, creating a triangular filled pocket. Continue to fold, keeping the triangle shape, until completely sealed. Place it sealed-side down on the prepared baking sheet. Repeat with the remaining phyllo sheets and filling until you have 6 hand pies.
  • Brush the top of the phyllo triangles with the remaining butter and bake until golden brown, about 15 minutes. Serve warm or at room temperature.

SPINACH AND 3 CHEESE PHYLLO PIE



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Delicious spinach and three cheese phyllo serpent pie (Spanokopita).

Provided by Sam Linsell

Categories     savoury

Time 1h15m

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 very large bunches of spinach, about 36 - 40 stems (leaves washed stripped from stalk)
Olive oil
1 onion finely chopped
2 leeks, washed, trimmed, and finely chopped (white and pale green part only)
2 fennel stalks (and a few leaves) finely chopped
3 large garlic cloves, minced
1 tsp dried dill or 2 tsp fresh (finely chopped)
Finely grated zest from half a lemon plus its juice
½ cup cream cheese (about 125gm)
110gms halloumi cheese - grated (about 1 heaped cup)
30 gms of finely grated Parmesan or Pecorino cheese (about a 1/3 cup)
Large bunch of parsley, chopped (about 20-25gms)
10 mint leaves, finely chopped
Salt & pepper
4 sheets of phyllo pastry
About 3 Tbs butter, melted
1 Tbsp (aprox) white and or black sesame seeds

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 180C/350F
  • Wash the spinach leaves that have been stripped from the stalk and roughly chop. Drain in a colander.
  • Heat a large nonstick frying pan and add a generous splash of olive oil. Fry the onion, leeks, and fennel until translucent over medium / low heat (about 5 minutes). Add the garlic and cook for a further minute or so.
  • Add the chopped spinach in parts, wilting it as you go and until you can fit it all into the pan. add the dill, lemon zest, and juice and cook for about 5 - 8 minutes until soft and cooked through. Allow to cool slightly.
  • Once cooled, stir through the cream cheese, grated halloumi, Parmesan, chopped parsley, and mint. Adjust seasoning to your taste adding salt and black pepper as required.
  • Remove 4 sheets of phyllo from the roll quickly seal the remainder of the pack and either re-freeze or refrigerate until further use (I just refreeze).
  • Roughly divide the mixture into 4 parts. Place the first sheet on a work surface with the thinner side at the bottom and spread one-quarter of the mixture along the bottom in a log shape. Lightly brush the whole top side of the sheet with butter. Roll the log of spinach up and place it in a. lined baking pan.
  • Repeat with the remaining 3 sheets of phyllo, joining and twirling it into the pan. Allow a little space between the rolls although it should be snug. It does expand slightly when baked. Brush the tops generously with melted butter and sprinkle white and or black sesame seeds over the top.
  • Bake for 40 minutes and until golden.
  • Serve on its own or with tzatziki.

QUICK & EASY SPINACH AND FETA PHYLLO PIE



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I got this recipe in my email yesterday and made it immediately. We had it for dinner, but it would be wonderful for brunch. Although the original recipe did not call for reduced fat dairy products, using them makes this a nice and healthy dish. I used nonfat cottage cheese and full fat feta. The recipe is from Crisco. Cook time does not include standing time - the recipe suggests allowing it to stand 15 minutes before cutting, but mine was plenty firm after just five.

Provided by Vino Girl

Categories     Savory Pies

Time 55m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 (10 ounce) packages frozen chopped spinach, thawed,drained and squeezed dry
3 -4 green onions, chopped
4 eggs, lightly beaten
1/2 cup nonfat cottage cheese
4 ounces feta cheese, crumbled or chopped
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
1 teaspoon dried dill
10 sheets phyllo dough, thawed
butter-flavored cooking spray

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F Spray an 8x8 glass baking dish with the cooking spray.
  • In a medium bowl, stir together everything except the phyllo.
  • Lay one sheet of phyllo in the baking dish, allowing the edges to hang over the sides of the dish.
  • Spray with cooking spray.
  • Repeat with 4 more sheets of phyllo, spraying and alternating the direction of each sheet.
  • Spoon spinach mixture on top of the prepared phyllo in the pan.
  • Spray and layer remaining 5 sheets just the same as you did before.
  • Roll edges of dough to form a rim.
  • Spray the top.
  • Bake for 35-45 minutes or until golden brown.
  • Let stand 5-15 minutes before cutting and serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 352.6, Fat 15, SaturatedFat 6.9, Cholesterol 214.1, Sodium 1094.3, Carbohydrate 34.9, Fiber 5.4, Sugar 3.1, Protein 21.2

THREE CHEESE SPINACH PIE



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This was passed on to me by a friend who is a celiac sufferer. It uses rice as the crust and is great for brunch or as light summer meal...not sure where she got it but it tastes great. (I sometimes add a touch of nutmeg to the filling for a bit of variety) ETA (7/2/2014): I have seen that folks are having issues with the cooking time, so have adjusted accordingly.

Provided by Lambkyns

Categories     Savory Pies

Time 1h

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 1/2 cups Minute Rice
1 1/2 cups boiling water
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup mozzarella cheese
1 egg, beaten
10 ounces frozen spinach or 10 ounces fresh spinach, cooked and drained
3 eggs
1 cup grated feta cheese
2 -3 tablespoons chopped onions, sauteed
1 tomatoes, sliced
2 tablespoons parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Combine rice and boiling water in a 9" plate.
  • Cover and let stand 5 minutes.
  • Stir in salt, mozzarella and egg and use spoon to press and form into a pie shell.
  • Combine spinach, feta cheese, onion and eggs.
  • Mix well.
  • Pour mixture into rice shell.
  • Top with tomato slices and sprinkle with parmesan.
  • Bake at 400 degrees for 45-60 minutes, depending on oven.
  • OR microwave at HIGH for 10 minutes and let stand for 3 minutes before serving.

SPINACH CHEESE PHYLLO SQUARES



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"A higher-fat version of this casserole was a big hit when my aunt and I ran a gourmet carryout business," relates Julie Remer of Gahanna, Ohio. " Now that I'm only cooking for my family, I'm trying to lighten things up a bit."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch     Dinner

Time 1h

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

6 sheets phyllo dough (14x9 inches)
1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
2-1/2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
1-1/2 cups shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese
1-1/2 cups fat-free cottage cheese
4 large eggs
1-1/2 teaspoons dried parsley flakes
3/4 teaspoon salt
6 large egg whites
1-1/2 cups fat-free milk

Steps:

  • Layer three phyllo sheets in a 13x9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray, lightly spraying the top of each sheet with cooking spray., In a large bowl, combine the spinach, cheese, 2 eggs, parsley flakes and salt; spread over phyllo dough. Top with remaining phyllo sheets, lightly spraying the top of each sheet with cooking spray. Using a sharp knife, cut into 12 squares; cover and chill for 1 hour. , In a large bowl, beat the egg whites, milk and remaining eggs until blended; pour over casserole. Cover and refrigerate overnight., Remove from the refrigerator 1 hour before baking. Bake, uncovered, at 375° for 40-50 minutes or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Let stand for 10 minutes before cutting.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 187 calories, Fat 9g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 97mg cholesterol, Sodium 593mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 19g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SPANAKOPITA (GREEK SPINACH PIE)



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This is an authentic, really rich pie stuffed with spinach, onions, cheeses and herbs that are all enfolded by crispy, flaky phyllo dough.

Provided by SILVERWOLF

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Greek

Time 1h30m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 tablespoons olive oil
1 large onion, chopped
1 bunch green onions, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 pounds spinach, rinsed and chopped
½ cup chopped fresh parsley
2 eggs, lightly beaten
½ cup ricotta cheese
1 cup crumbled feta cheese
8 sheets phyllo dough
¼ cup olive oil

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly oil a 9x9 inch square baking pan.
  • Heat 3 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Saute onion, green onions and garlic, until soft and lightly browned. Stir in spinach and parsley, and continue to saute until spinach is limp, about 2 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside to cool.
  • In a medium bowl, mix together eggs, ricotta, and feta. Stir in spinach mixture. 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 two 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 4 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.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 494.1 calories, Carbohydrate 31.5 g, Cholesterol 100.3 mg, Fat 34.7 g, Fiber 7.4 g, Protein 18.2 g, SaturatedFat 11.5 g, Sodium 893.9 mg, Sugar 5.4 g

SPINACH PHYLLO PIE



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Serve this savory Greek pastry as part of an appetizer table at a gathering.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Appetizers

Time 1h15m

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 tablespoons olive oil, plus more for brushing
1 medium onion, finely chopped
3 large garlic cloves, minced
2 packages (20 ounces each) baby spinach
1 cup crumbled feta (4 ounces)
1/4 cup golden raisins, chopped
Coarse salt and ground pepper
20 sheets frozen phyllo dough (from an 8-ounce package), thawed and cut to 8 by 12 inches

Steps:

  • In a medium pan, heat oil over medium-high. Add onion and cook until golden, about 4 minutes. Add garlic and cook until fragrant, 1 minute. Transfer to a large bowl.
  • Return pan to heat. Working in batches, cook spinach, tossing, until wilted, about 1 minute. Drain spinach and let cool. Press out excess moisture, then roughly chop. Add spinach, feta, and raisins to bowl with onion and season filling with salt and pepper. (To store, refrigerate, up to 2 days.)
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Unroll phyllo. Place 1 sheet on a work surface (keep remaining sheets covered with a damp kitchen towel to prevent drying); brush with oil. Lay another sheet on top and brush with oil. Repeat until you have 10 layers of phyllo. Spread half of filling lengthwise down middle of phyllo stack. Roll into a log, brushing the seam with oil before sealing. Brush log with oil. Using a small sharp knife, make 8 diagonal cuts on top. Repeat with remaining phyllo and filling.
  • Place logs, seam side down, on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake until deep golden brown, 45 to 50 minutes. Cut into slices along slashes. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 338 g, Fat 19 g, Fiber 7 g, Protein 9 g

Tips:

  • Prep your ingredients beforehand: Dice the onion, grate the cheese, and chop the spinach before you start cooking. This will make the cooking process much smoother.
  • Use fresh spinach: Fresh spinach will give the pie a more vibrant color and flavor. If you only have frozen spinach on hand, be sure to thaw and squeeze out all the excess water before using.
  • Don't overcook the spinach: Spinach cooks very quickly, so be careful not to overcook it. Otherwise, it will become limp and mushy.
  • Use a variety of cheeses: The three cheeses in this recipe (feta, mozzarella, and Parmesan) all have different flavors and textures, which creates a delicious and complex filling.
  • Don't overfill the pie: The phyllo dough is very delicate, so be careful not to overfill the pie. Otherwise, it may burst open during baking.
  • Bake the pie in a hot oven: A hot oven will help the phyllo dough to puff up and become crispy.

Conclusion:

This spinach and three-cheese phyllo pie is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. It's great as an appetizer, main course, or even a snack. The combination of spinach, cheese, and phyllo dough is a classic combination that is sure to please everyone. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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