Best 7 Spinach And Three Cheese Triangles Recipes

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Spinach and three cheese triangles are a delightful appetizer or snack that is both easy to make and packed with flavor. With a crispy outer layer and a creamy, cheesy filling, these triangles are sure to be a hit at your next party or gathering. The combination of spinach, mozzarella, Parmesan, and cheddar cheeses provides a rich and satisfying taste, while the flaky pastry dough adds a delightful crunch. Whether you choose to serve them as a hot or cold appetizer, these spinach and three cheese triangles are sure to be a crowd-pleaser.

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SPINACH CHEESE TRIANGLES



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Filled with three kinds of cheese and lots of spinach, these light little bites pack a delectable punch. They may look fussy, but these starters come together quickly. -Sherri Melotik, Oak Creek, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 1h10m

Yield 4 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 tablespoon butter
1/3 cup finely chopped onion
1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
3/4 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
3 tablespoons crumbled feta cheese
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
2 tablespoons soft bread crumbs
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
12 sheets phyllo dough (14x9 inches)
Butter-flavored cooking spray

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°. In a large skillet, heat butter over medium-high heat. Add onion; cook and stir until tender. Add spinach; cook and stir 3-4 minutes longer or until liquid is evaporated. Transfer to a bowl; cool slightly. Stir in cheeses, eggs, bread crumbs, salt and pepper., Place one sheet of phyllo dough on a work surface; spritz with cooking spray. (Keep remaining phyllo covered with plastic wrap and a damp towel to prevent it from drying out.) Cut sheet crosswise into four 9x3-1/2-in. strips., Place 1 tablespoon filling on one end of each strip. Fold dough over filling, forming a triangle. Fold triangle over, forming another triangle. Continue folding, like a flag, until you reach the end of the strip. Spritz end of dough with cooking spray and press onto triangle to seal. Turn triangle and spritz top with cooking spray. Repeat with remaining phyllo and filling., Place triangles on baking sheets coated with cooking spray. Bake 10-12 minutes or until golden brown. Freeze option: Freeze unbaked triangles in freezer containers, separating layers with waxed paper. To use, bake triangles as directed, increasing time as necessary to cook through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 30 calories, Fat 2g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 12mg cholesterol, Sodium 71mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.

SPINACH AND 3 CHEESE PHYLLO TRIANGLES



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These take a bit of time to prepare but are worth the effort. You can use puff pastry instead of phyllo and make them big for a satisfying lunch or small for appetizers. They also freeze well and can be cooked from frozen. Great to have on hand for unexpected company!

Provided by AnnieCan

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 1h35m

Yield 30 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/4 cup chopped parsley
2 tablespoons chopped dill
2 teaspoons chopped garlic
3 scallions, thinly sliced
1 1/2 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil
300 g frozen chopped spinach
220 g crumbled greek feta
1/8 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1/3 cup finely shredded parmigiano-reggiano cheese
250 g cream cheese, block softened
1 egg, lightly beaten
1/4 cup butter, melted
1/8 cup vegetable oil
30 sheets frozen phyllo pastry, thawed

Steps:

  • Saute 2-3 min., white and light green parts of scallions and the garlic in the olive oil. Watch closely. You just want it to soften, not to brown.
  • Squeeze the excess water out of the spinach.
  • In a large bowl combine all the ingredients except for the veg. oil, butter and pastry. Mix gently but thoroughly.
  • Combine the veg. oil and butter.
  • Place 1 sheet of phyllo on your work surface (keep the rest covered with a damp tea towel to prevent drying out). Using a pastry brush, lightly brush with the butter mixture. Place a second sheet on top and brush again. Place a third sheet on top and brush again.
  • Cut the layers into 3 equal strips, lengthwise.
  • Place a heaping tablespoon of the filling 1/2 an inch away from the narrow edge nearest you on the first row of strips.
  • Take the bottom left corner and fold it over the filling so the narrow edge meets the side edge, forming a triangle.
  • Keep folding the dough over like you are folding a flag, sort of like flipping the triangle over and over. If there is a bit of phyllo left when you reach the top, just fold it under.
  • Repeat this process until you run out of filling, phyllo or patience!
  • These can be frozen for a week or two. Separate layers with waxed paper.
  • Brush tops lightly with melted butter, place on parchment lined baking sheet and bake at 375' for 15-18 minute (20-25 minute if frozen) or until tops are golden.
  • Leftovers can be reheated at 375' for 8 minute.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 139.1, Fat 8.8, SaturatedFat 4.6, Cholesterol 27.4, Sodium 234.6, Carbohydrate 11.2, Fiber 0.7, Sugar 0.5, Protein 4

SPINACH AND THREE CHEESE TRIANGLES



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Little spinach-cheese triangles are probably among the most familiar Greek party foods. This recipe is enriched with several kinds of cheese and fresh herbs. The triangles may also be fried. Seal the seam of each triangle closed by brushing with a little water. Heat 2 inches of olive or other vegetable oil in a large skillet and fry the triangles a few at a time. Remove when golden, drain on paper towels, and serve.

Provided by Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time 45m

Yield about 36 triangles

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for brushing pastry
2 cups chopped, blanched, drained spinach (about 6 cups fresh or 1 pound frozen and defrosted)
1/2 cup chopped fresh mint leaves
1/2 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/3 cup ouzo (Greek-style anise liqueur)
1 cup (about 4 ounces) crumbled feta
1 cup (about 4 ounces) crumbled Greek manouri cheese or ricotta salata
1/2 cup (about 4 ounces) fresh anthotyro, whole-milk ricotta, or farmer's cheese
1 large egg, slightly beaten
1 pound (about 18 sheets) commercial phyllo, defrosted and at room temperature
Olive or other vegetable oil for frying, as needed

Steps:

  • Heat 2 tablespoons of the olive oil in a large heavy skillet over medium heat and saute the spinach and herbs for a few minutes until all their liquid has cooked off. Season with salt and pepper. Pour in the ouzo and as soon as it boils off, remove the mixture from the heat. Set aside to cool a little.
  • Combine the spinach and herb mixture with the cheeses in a large bowl. Add the egg and the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Adjust the seasoning with additional salt and pepper.
  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Brush a sheet pan with oil, then line it with parchment paper. Place the phyllo vertically in front of your on your work surface. Using a sharp knife, cut lengthwise into 4 equal columns. Stack and cover with a dry kitchen towel and immediately on top of that place a damp kitchen towel.
  • Remove the first phyllo sheet and place it vertically in front of you. Brush lightly with olive oil. Place another sheet on top and brush that lightly, too. Place a teaspoon of the filling on the bottom right-hand corner of the phyllo and fold up like a flag in order to form a small triangle. Place on the baking sheet seam side down. Cover with a kitchen towel as you continue with the remaining filling and phyllo. Brush all the triangles with olive oil. Bake for about 15 minutes, or until the triangles are lightly golden and puffy. Remove and serve.

SPINACH TRIANGLES



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time 40m

Yield 32 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 package (17.3 ounces) Pepperidge Farm® Puff Pastry Sheets, thawed
3 eggs
1 tablespoon water
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
1 package (about 10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and well drained
1 medium onion, finely chopped (about 1/2 cup)
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Heat the oven to 400 degrees F. Beat 1 egg and water in a small bowl with a fork or whisk. Stir the remaining eggs, cheese, spinach, onion and parsley in a medium bowl.
  • Unfold 1 pastry sheet on a lightly floured surface. Roll the pastry sheet into a 12-inch square. Cut into 16 (3-inch) squares. Repeat with the remaining pastry sheet, making 32 in all.
  • Place 1 tablespoon spinach mixture in the center of each square. Brush the edges of the pastry with the egg mixture. Fold the pastry over the filling to form triangles. Crimp the edges with a fork to seal. Place the filled pastries onto baking sheets. Brush with the egg mixture.
  • Bake for 20 minutes or until the pastries are golden brown. Let the pastries cool on the baking sheets on wire racks for 10 minutes.

SPINACH-CHEESE TRIANGLES



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You can buy appetizers like these Spinach-Cheese Triangles in the frozen food section. Or make them yourself and take all the credit.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Bread

Time 45m

Yield Makes 1-1/2 doz. or 18 servings, two triangles each.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 pkg. (8 oz.) PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese, softened
1 pkg. (10 oz.) frozen chopped spinach, thawed, well drained
1/3 cup chopped, drained roasted red peppers
1/4 tsp. garlic salt
12 sheets frozen phyllo (14x9 inch), thawed
1/2 cup (1 stick) butter or margarine, melted

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°F. Beat cream cheese, spinach, peppers and garlic salt with electric mixer on low speed until well blended.
  • Place 1 of the phyllo sheets on clean work surface. Brush lightly with butter. Cut phyllo into three lengthwise strips. Spoon about 1 tsp. of the filling 1 inch from one end of each strip. Fold end of phyllo over filling at 45-degree angle. Continue folding as you would fold a flag to form a triangle that completely encloses filling. Repeat with remaining phyllo and filling. Place triangles, seam-sides down, on baking sheet; brush with remaining butter.
  • Bake 12 to 15 min. or until golden brown. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 120, Fat 10 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 25 mg, Sodium 170 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 2 g

CHEESE FILLED TRIANGLES



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The only tricky part of this recipe is working with phyllo, and once you get the hang of it, it's fun. Sometimes you get a bad batch of phyllo that rips and tears easily, so I always buy an extra just in case. I have frozen these before baking. Just add a few minutes to cooking time when you cook them in a frozen state. I have also doubled this recipe for large parties.

Provided by Kathleen

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Pastries

Time 1h

Yield 36

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 tablespoons olive oil
1 onion, finely chopped
1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach - thawed, drained and squeezed dry
1 teaspoon salt
1 (4 ounce) package feta cheese, crumbled
½ cup cottage cheese
1 egg, beaten
1 (16 ounce) package phyllo dough
1 cup unsalted butter, melted

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Slowly cook and stir onion until tender, about 5 minutes. Mix in spinach and salt. Stir in feta cheese, cottage cheese and egg. Cook and stir until thickened, 5 to 10 minutes. Reduce heat to simmer.
  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Unroll phyllo dough sheets one at a time on a flat surface. Brush with unsalted butter. Cut into strips approximately 5 inches wide. Place 1 tablespoon of the onion, spinach and feta mixture at one end of each dough strip. Fold the end of the strip over the filling so that it forms a triangle. Continue folding the strip in triangles until a small, triangular stuffed pastry remains. Brush with unsalted butter. Repeat with remaining phyllo dough.
  • Arrange stuffed triangles on a large baking sheet. Bake in the preheated oven 12 to 15 minutes, until golden brown. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 123.2 calories, Carbohydrate 7.6 g, Cholesterol 26.6 mg, Fat 9.1 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Sodium 239.3 mg, Sugar 0.6 g

SPINACH-CHEESE TRIANGLES



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Make and share this Spinach-Cheese Triangles recipe from Food.com.

Provided by ratherbeswimmin

Categories     < 4 Hours

Time 1h20m

Yield 40 triangles

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 1/2 lbs fresh spinach, trimmed and well washed
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 cup minced onion
1/2 cup minced scallion
salt
fresh ground black pepper
1/8 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
3 eggs
1/2 lb feta cheese, crumbled
1/2 lb cottage cheese or 1/2 lb ricotta cheese, drained
1/4 cup minced fresh dill leaves
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley leaves
1/2 lb phyllo dough (about 15 sheets)
1/2 cup melted butter
1 cup fresh breadcrumb

Steps:

  • Steam or parboil the spinach until it wilts; drain, squeeze dry, and chop.
  • Add olive oil to a medium skillet; place over medium heat.
  • Add in onion and scallion; cook/stir about 5 minutes, until softened.
  • Add in spinach, salt, pepper, and nutmeg; stir.
  • Beat the eggs with the cheese; stir into the spinach mixture along with the dill and parsley; remove from heat.
  • Preheat oven to 350°.
  • Unroll phyllo sheets and cut them into thirds the long way.
  • Working with 1 piece at a time, brush lightly with butter, then sprinkle lightly with bread crumbs.
  • Place 1 heaping teaspoon of spinach filling in one corner of the dough and fold the corner over to make a triangle.
  • Continue to fold the phyllo, , making triangles, as you learned to do with a flag.
  • As each piece is finished, brush its top with butter and place on a baking sheet.
  • When all the triangles are done, bake for about 20 minutes, or until nicely browned.
  • Let rest for 5 to 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 86.5, Fat 5.4, SaturatedFat 2.8, Cholesterol 27.9, Sodium 169.3, Carbohydrate 6.5, Fiber 0.7, Sugar 0.7, Protein 3.3

Tips:

  • Use fresh spinach for the best flavor and texture.
  • Squeeze the spinach thoroughly to remove as much excess water as possible.
  • Use a variety of cheeses for a more complex flavor.
  • Shred the cheeses finely so that they melt evenly.
  • Season the filling generously with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
  • Use a sharp knife to cut the triangles so that they seal properly.
  • Bake the triangles until they are golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  • Serve the triangles warm with your favorite dipping sauce.

Conclusion:

Spinach and three-cheese triangles are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer that is perfect for any occasion. With a flaky pastry crust, a creamy cheese filling, and a pop of fresh spinach, these triangles are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy appetizer, give spinach and three-cheese triangles a try.

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