Savory Spinach Pie Delight (Printable)
A golden, flaky pie packed with tender spinach, creamy cheeses, and fragrant herbs, perfect for any meal.
# Ingredient List:
→ Pastry
01 - 1 sheet puff pastry or shortcrust pastry, thawed (approx. 8.8 oz)
→ Filling
02 - 1.1 lb fresh spinach, washed and chopped or 10.6 oz frozen spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
03 - 1 medium onion, finely chopped
04 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
05 - 7 oz feta cheese, crumbled
06 - 3.5 oz ricotta cheese
07 - 2 large eggs
08 - 2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped or 1 tsp dried dill
09 - 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
10 - 2 tbsp olive oil
11 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
→ Topping
12 - 1 tbsp sesame seeds (optional)
13 - 1 egg, beaten (for brushing)
# Steps:
01 - Preheat the oven to 375°F. Grease a 9-inch pie dish or tart pan.
02 - Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté onion for 3 to 4 minutes until soft. Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds. Add spinach in batches, cooking until wilted (for fresh spinach), or if using frozen spinach, add thawed spinach after onion and garlic, cooking for 2 minutes.
03 - Transfer spinach mixture to a colander and press out excess moisture. Allow to cool slightly.
04 - In a large bowl, mix the cooled spinach mixture with feta, ricotta, eggs, dill, nutmeg, salt, and pepper until thoroughly combined.
05 - Roll out the pastry and fit it into the prepared pie dish, leaving some overhang.
06 - Spoon the filling evenly into the pastry shell and smooth the surface.
07 - Fold the excess pastry over the filling edges. Brush the pastry with the beaten egg and sprinkle with sesame seeds if desired.
08 - Bake for 35 to 40 minutes until the pastry is golden and the filling is set.
09 - Allow to cool for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- It’s a secret slice of Mediterranean sunshine wrapped in tender spinach and flaky pastry
- The combination of feta and ricotta creates a creamy, tangy filling that feels like a warm hug
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- Removing excess moisture from spinach is crucial to avoid a soggy crust—patience here changes everything
- Adding a touch of nutmeg subtly enhances the filling, giving it a warm depth you won’t guess is there
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- Use room temperature eggs to mix smoothly into the filling for even baking
- Brushing the pastry edges with beaten egg ensures a glossy, golden finish that looks as good as it tastes