To make Spanakopita (Greek Spinach Pie), you will need the following ingredients and steps:
Ingredients:
1 pound phyllo pastry, at room temperature
12 ounces salted butter, melted
1 cup panko breadcrumbs
1 pound spinach leaves, coarsely chopped
3 teaspoons dried dill (or fresh dill)
6 scallions, thinly sliced
15 ounces ricotta cheese
1 pound feta cheese, crumbled
3 eggs
3-4 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
Instructions:
Prepare the filling: In a large bowl, combine the chopped spinach, dill, sliced scallions, ricotta cheese, crumbled feta cheese, eggs, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Mix well, ensuring the feta is well incorporated and the spinach is broken up.
Prepare the phyllo: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Melt the butter and set aside.
Assemble the pie: Lightly oil a baking pan (e.g., a 9-inch square pan). Lay out a sheet of phyllo dough and brush it with melted butter. Sprinkle with a little panko breadcrumbs. Repeat this process for several layers to create the base.
Add the filling: Spread the spinach and cheese filling evenly over the phyllo base.
Layer the top: Add more layers of buttered phyllo dough and panko breadcrumbs on top of the filling to create the top crust.
Bake: Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown and crispy, typically around 40 minutes.
Serve: Let cool slightly before cutting into triangles or squares and serving warm.
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