Description
This Spinach Stuffed Pie is a delicious savory pie filled with a flavorful mixture of spinach, cheeses, and aromatic spices, all nestled in a buttery pie crust. It’s a perfect dish for a cozy family dinner or a gathering with friends.
Ingredients
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Filling:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 10 ounces fresh spinach, chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 large eggs, beaten
Crust:
- 1 sheet refrigerated or homemade pie crust
- 1 tablespoon milk, for brushing
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook the filling: In a skillet, sauté onion and garlic. Add spinach, season, and cook until wilted. Let cool.
- Prepare the filling: Mix ricotta, feta, Parmesan, and eggs. Stir in the cooled spinach mixture.
- Assemble the pie: Roll out the pie crust, fill with the spinach mixture, and brush with milk.
- Bake: Bake for 35-40 minutes until set and golden.
- Serve: Let it rest before slicing and serving.
Notes
- You can use thawed and drained frozen spinach if fresh is not available.
- Enhance the flavor with sun-dried tomatoes or cooked mushrooms.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 470mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
