Creating the best spanakopita requires attention to detail and using high-quality ingredients. Spanakopita is a traditional Greek dish made with layers of flaky phyllo pastry and a flavorful spinach and feta filling. Here’s a step-by-step guide to help you make a delicious spanakopita:
Ingredients:
For the Filling:
- 2 pounds (about 900g) fresh spinach, washed and chopped
- 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1/2 cup finely chopped fresh dill
- 1/2 cup finely chopped fresh parsley
- 3 green onions, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 eggs, lightly beaten
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil for sautéing
For the Phyllo Layers:
- 1 package of phyllo pastry sheets (thawed if frozen)
- 1 cup melted butter or olive oil for brushing
My mama used to make this weekly for us growing up. I’m so happy I found this recipe as it is very similar to her version, if not better
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So smart! I have to try this next time!