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Savory Pie with Phyllo Dough

17/11/2023

The savory pie made with phyllo dough is a versatile dish that can be adapted to various fillings. Here is a basic recipe that you can then personalize according to your tastes.

Ingredients

  • 1 package of phyllo dough
  • 200 g of fresh or frozen spinach
  • 200 g of ricotta cheese
  • 100 g of crumbled feta cheese
  • 2 eggs
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Nutmeg to taste
  • Extra virgin olive oil or melted butter to taste

Preparation

  1. Preheat the oven to 180 °C.
  2. If you are using frozen spinach, thaw and squeeze it out to remove the excess water. If using fresh spinach, briefly cook it in a pan with a drizzle of oil until wilted.
  3. In a bowl, mix the spinach with the ricotta and feta. Add the eggs. Season with salt, pepper, and a grating of nutmeg. Stir the mixture until you get a homogeneous filling.
  4. Take a round pan or a baking tray and grease it with some oil or melted butter.
  5. Place a layer of phyllo dough at the bottom of the pan, letting the edges hang over the side of the tray. Brush with oil or butter, then add another layer of dough. Continue like this for about 4-5 layers, each brushed with oil or butter.
  6. Pour the spinach and cheese filling over the phyllo dough base and level with a spoon.
  7. Fold the edges of the phyllo dough towards the center to close the pie, brushing again with oil or butter to make the dough stick.
  8. You may add a couple of layers of phyllo dough on top of the filling to close everything, always brushing with oil or butter.
  9. Bake for about 30-40 minutes or until the phyllo dough is golden and crispy.
  10. Let cool slightly before serving.

Trivia

Phyllo dough is originally from Ottoman cuisine and is widespread throughout the East, from Greece to the Middle East. It is appreciated for its crispiness when baked and is used in many sweet and savory preparations.

Remember that you can vary the filling with ingredients of your choice, such as adding diced cooked ham, replacing spinach with other vegetables, or using different types of cheeses. It’s a dish that’s suitable for experimentation and variations according to personal preferences. Enjoy your meal!