How to Make Spinach Pie I - A Step-by-Step Guide

Spinach pie, or spanakopita, is a traditional Greek savory pastry that combines flaky, buttery phyllo dough with a rich and savory filling of spinach and feta cheese. This classic dish is a favorite in Greek households and is often served as an appetizer, side dish, or even as a main course. The combination of tender spinach, creamy feta cheese, and crispy, golden brown phyllo dough creates a dish that is both comforting and indulgent, making it a perfect option for entertaining or for a cozy...

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Ingredients

  • 6 slices bacon
  • 3 cups spinach, rinsed and chopped
  • 3 eggs
  • 2 teaspoons white sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • ⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • ½ cup minced onion
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • 2 cups scalded milk
  • 1 recipe pastry for a 9 inch single crust pie

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 50 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 1 pie

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Arrange bacon slices in a medium skillet. Fry over medium-high heat until browned and slightly crisp. Drain on paper towels, then crumble into bottom of pie shell. Cover with spinach.
  • In a medium bowl, beat together eggs, sugar, salt, onion powder, minced onion, garlic, and pepper. Slowly add scalded milk. Pour mixture over spinach in shell. Top with shredded cheese.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 20 to 30 minutes, or until knife inserted in the center comes out clean.
  • Nutrition

    332 cal.

    • Total Fat: 24g
    • Saturated Fat: 9g
    • Cholesterol: 102mg
    • Sodium: 719mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 16g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 5g
    • Protein: 12g
    • Vitamin C: 4mg
    • Calcium: 205mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 267mg