SPANAKOPITA (SPINACH TRIANGLES OR PIE)

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Provided by Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time 1h25m

Yield 60 triangles or 1 (9 by 13inch

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/3 cup olive oil
2 pounds spinach, washed and drained
1 bunch scallions, white and green parts, chopped
1/4 cup finely chopped parsley
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/2 pound feta cheese, crumbled
1 to 2 eggs, lightly beaten
1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, melted
1 pound filo pastry sheets

Steps:

  • Heat 1 tablespoon of the oil in a large saute pan, add half of the spinach and saute until spinach wilts, tossing with tongs, about 2 minutes. Remove spinach and squeeze out excess liquid, then chop roughly. Repeat with remaining spinach, using 1 more tablespoon of olive oil. Pour off any liquid from the pan, and add remaining olive oil. Add scallions and saute until soft, about 2 to 3 minutes. Add the spinach to the scallions, along with the parsley, salt and pepper. Cook over low heat for 1 to 2 minutes, then remove from heat to cool. (This part can be done ahead and kept refrigerated).
  • Stir the feta and as much beaten egg to moisten the cooled spinach mixture.
  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Brush a baking sheet with some of the melted butter.
  • Unroll the filo dough on a flat surface and keep it covered with waxed paper and a damp towel so it doesn't dry out and become brittle. Using a sharp knife, cut the filo into 3 by 11 inch strips, and recover with the towel. Use a pastry brush to brush a strip of filo with melted butter. Place a small spoonful of spinach filling 1 inch from the end of the pastry. Fold the end over the filling to form a triangle, then continue to fold up the strip in triangles, like folding up a flag. Continue with remaining strips of dough, placing filled triangles on the baking sheet and keeping them covered with a towel until all are ready to bake.
  • Brush the triangles lightly with butter, then bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until golden and crisp. Serve hot. (These may be frozen before baking, layering waxed paper between layers of triangles to keep them from sticking. Bake frozen triangles an extra 10 minutes.)

Aryee Emmanuel
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I would definitely recommend this spanakopita recipe to others.


Trixie T Tendai Afiki
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This is the best spanakopita recipe I've ever tried. It's easy to make and it always turns out perfect.


massimo Mackenzie
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I'm not a fan of spinach, but I actually really enjoyed this spanakopita. The filling was flavorful and the phyllo dough was flaky.


Rayan Ahamad
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The spanakopita was delicious! I especially loved the crispy phyllo dough.


Raj Hridoy
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Overall, I thought the spanakopita was good. I would definitely make it again, but I would make a few changes to the recipe.


Faton Alija
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I found the spanakopita to be a bit dry. I think I would add more sauce next time.


Zunayed Hussain
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The spanakopita was a bit too oily for my taste. I think I would use less oil next time.


GAMERS ZONE GFF
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I love that this recipe uses fresh spinach. It makes the spanakopita so much more flavorful.


Mat Beach
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I've been making this spanakopita recipe for years and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Iowane Balei
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I made the spanakopita for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it.


Bikash Jayswal
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This is the best spanakopita recipe I've ever tried! The filling is so flavorful and the phyllo dough is crispy and flaky.


Rabin Gaha
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The spanakopita was easy to make and it turned out delicious! I would definitely make it again.


Doris Adams
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Overall, I thought the spanakopita was good, but not great. I might try a different recipe next time.


Jay Santillanes
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I had some trouble getting the phyllo dough to stick together. I think I might have over-brushed it with oil.


Alejandro Hincapie mjbn asv dheha
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The spanakopita was a bit bland for my taste. I think I would add more herbs and spices next time.


Kylah Martin
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I followed the recipe exactly and the spanakopita turned out perfectly! I would definitely recommend this recipe to others.


Mega FireWolf
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The spanakopita was delicious! The phyllo dough was flaky and the filling was creamy and flavorful.


Tanvir Rizve
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This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Big Boy
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I tried this recipe and it turned out amazing! The spinach triangles were crispy and golden brown, and the filling was flavorful and cheesy.