Authentic Spinach Pie
2 packages- each 10 ounce frozen chopped spinach, thawed & drained
16 ounces crumbled feta cheese (2 blocks - 8 ounces each)
5 large eggs
1 medium onion chopped
1/4 C. dried chopped parsley
2 TBSP's dried dill weed
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp pepper
20 sheets of filo dough (approx.)
( Athen's brand now comes in a box w/ 2 packages in it containing about
20 sheets each, you can find it in the freezer section of the grocery
near the puff pastry)
1-2 sticks of butter, or Pam/oil type spray (for lower fat, but not NEARLY as good!
)
FIRST...take dough out of box and set on counter about 5 minutes before making filling.
(SECOND) FILLING:
In a large bowl, combine spinach ( drained & thawed), eggs, onion, dill, parsley, salt & pepper. Mix throughly, then add the feta in smaller sized crumbles. Stir until well mixed.
THIRD In a 9x13 pan, spray or brush bottom of pan with butter or spray. Start with one layer of filo dough, carefully peal it form other layers, and lay it inthe bottom of pan. If sides overlap, fold and as you go, lay in order to make pie even. After you lay first layer, brush with butter or spray.
Lay down at least 8-9 layers.
Pile filling on top of layers, spreading carefully until it reaches sides.
Last, add another layer of filo dough on top of filling, then brush with butter, another layer....repeat process for another 8-9 layers.
Bake in 350* oven for approx 50 minutes ( oven time may vary 5-10 minutes more or less so watch it the first time so you know!!)
Pie is done when filling is bubbly and crust is golden brown.
FYI...this is a fmaily recipe and it is TO DIE FOR!! I think it is better than any you can find at a restaurant. and my kids LOVE IT
