Homemade Spanakopita

The filling of Spanakopita is encased in layers of golden flaky phyllo dough and topped with sesame seeds. This savory pie was a hit in my household when we tried it for the first time!

Prep time: 40 mins. Cook time: 50 mins. Servings: 16-20 squares

olive oil onion garlic cloves fresh dill dried mint fresh parsley green onions fresh lemon juice

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ground pepper feta fresh spinach salt and black pepper unsalted butter phyllo pastry eggs sesame seeds

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STEP 1

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STEP 2

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STEP 3

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Homemade Spanakopita

The filling of Spanakopita is encased in layers of golden flaky phyllo dough and topped with sesame seeds. This savory pie was a hit in my household when we tried it for the first time!

Prep time: 40 mins. Cook time: 50 mins. Servings: 16-20 squares

olive oil onion garlic cloves fresh dill dried mint fresh parsley green onions fresh lemon juice

ground pepper feta fresh spinach salt and black pepper unsalted butter phyllo pastry eggs sesame seeds

STEP 1

Preheat the oven to 350°F and set aside your prepared baking sheet on the counter.

STEP 2

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onions. Cook, stirring frequently until they begin to soften, approximately 5 minutes.

STEP 3

Add garlic and dill to skillet. Continue cooking, stirring frequently approximately 5 minutes until onions are soft and caramelized.

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