Best 2 Three Cheese Spinach Pie Recipes

From its humble origins as a peasant dish to its current status as a culinary delight enjoyed by people around the world, the three cheese spinach pie has a long and storied history. With its combination of creamy cheeses, tender spinach, and flaky pastry, this dish is sure to please even the most discerning palate. Whether you're looking for a hearty main course or a light and delicious appetizer, a three cheese spinach pie is the perfect choice. And with so many variations to choose from, you're sure to find a recipe that suits your taste. In this article, we'll explore some of the best recipes for this classic dish, from traditional Greek spanakopita to modern takes on the classic. So gather your ingredients and get ready to create a culinary masterpiece!

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

SPINACH AND THREE CHEESE PHYLLO PIE

Spinach and Three Cheese Phyllo Pie image

Provided by Katie Lee Biegel

Categories side-dish

Time 1h40m

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

Ingredients

Nonstick cooking spray or butter, for the baking dish
1/2 cup pine nuts
2 tablespoons (1/4 stick) unsalted butter
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 yellow onions, diced
2 garlic cloves, minced
Three 20-ounce bags frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed of excess water
4 extra-large eggs, lightly beaten
2 cups crumbled feta cheese
1 cup ricotta cheese
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon freshly ground black pepper
2 teaspoons kosher salt
Pinch nutmeg
8 sheets frozen phyllo dough, thawed
3 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted
2 teaspoons za'atar (if you can't find za'atar, use sesame seeds)

Steps:

For the spinach and cheese mixture: Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Grease a 13-by-9-inch baking dish with cooking spray or butter.
In a large dry skillet over medium heat, lightly toast the pine nuts. Remove and reserve. In the same skillet, melt the butter with the olive oil. Add the onions and saute until translucent, about 10 minutes. Add the garlic and saute 2 to 3 minutes. Stir in the spinach. Cook until tender and any excess water evaporates, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool.
In a large bowl, mix the eggs, feta, ricotta, Parmesan, pine nuts, pepper, salt and nutmeg. Add the reserved spinach mixture and stir to combine. Transfer to the baking dish, pressing to make sure it is even.
For the phyllo dough crust: Layer sheets of phyllo onto the spinach mixture, brushing each sheet with melted butter before adding the next. Fold the edges to make a crust and brush with butter. Sprinkle with za'atar or sesame seeds. Bake until golden brown, 55 to 60 minutes.

THREE CHEESE SPINACH PIE

Three Cheese Spinach Pie image

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

Ingredients

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.

Tips:

For a crispy crust: Use a combination of butter and olive oil to grease the pie dish. This will help the crust to brown evenly and become crispy.
To prevent the filling from curdling: Make sure to whisk the eggs and milk together before adding them to the hot spinach mixture. This will help to temper the eggs and prevent them from cooking too quickly.
For a golden brown crust: Brush the top of the pie with melted butter before baking. This will help the crust to brown and become golden.
Let the pie cool slightly before serving: This will allow the filling to set and make it easier to slice.

Conclusion:

This classic three-cheese spinach pie is an easy and delicious dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is a great way to use up leftover spinach and is also a good source of protein and calcium. If you are looking for a vegetarian main course, this pie is a great option. It can also be served as a side dish or appetizer.

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