Delicious Spinach Stuffed Pie: Comfort Food You'll Love
A savory and nutritious Spinach Stuffed Pie perfect for weeknight dinners or gatherings.
Equipment
- Oven
- large skillet
- Mixing bowl
- pie dish
Ingredients
For the Pie Crust
- 1 9-inch Pre-made pie crust Saves time and gives a flaky base
For the Filling
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil Enhances flavor
- 1 medium Onion, finely chopped Adds sweetness
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced Infuses aroma
- 4 cups Fresh spinach, washed and chopped Star ingredient
- 1 cup Ricotta cheese Provides creaminess
- 1 cup Feta cheese, crumbled Tangy kick
- ½ cup Grated Parmesan cheese Adds depth
- 2 large Eggs Acts as a binder
- 1 teaspoon Nutmeg Use sparingly
- to taste Salt Basic seasoning
- to taste Pepper Basic seasoning
- 1 tablespoon Fresh dill or dried dill Adds herby note
- 1 egg Egg (for egg wash) For golden finish
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Heat olive oil in a skillet and sauté the onion until translucent.
- Add minced garlic and stir for another minute.
- Add spinach and cook until wilted, about 3-4 minutes.
- In a bowl, combine ricotta, feta, Parmesan, and eggs until well mixed.
- Mix cooled spinach and onion with the cheese blend, adding nutmeg, salt, pepper, and dill.
- Roll out the pie crust and place it in a pie dish.
- Fill the crust with the spinach and cheese mixture.
- Cover with a second crust, seal edges, and cut slits for steam.
- Brush with beaten egg for a golden finish.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes until golden brown.
- Let cool for 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
This dish is great for meal prep and can be refrigerated or frozen for later. Perfect for quick dinners!
Nutrition
Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 15gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 3000IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg
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