Mediterranean Addictive Spinach Stuffed (Print View)
Layers of puff pastry filled with spinach, cheese, and herbs, baked until golden and crisp.
# What You'll Need:
→ Pastry
01 -
2 sheets puff pastry, thawed
→ Spinach Filling
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2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
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1 cup ricotta cheese
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1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
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1 teaspoon garlic powder
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
→ Assembly
08 -
1 egg, beaten
# Directions:
01 -
Set oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
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Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté chopped spinach until wilted, then cool slightly.
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In a bowl, combine wilted spinach, ricotta, grated Parmesan, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until mixture is smooth.
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Unfold the thawed puff pastry sheets and cut each sheet into 4 to 6 equal squares.
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Place 1 to 2 tablespoons of spinach filling in the center of each pastry square. Fold pastry into triangles or rectangles and press edges with a fork to seal.
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Brush the tops of the filled pastries with beaten egg to ensure a golden finish.
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Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until pastries are puffed and golden brown.
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Allow pastries to cool for 5 minutes before serving. Optionally, serve with tzatziki or marinara sauce.
# Notes:
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Ensure spinach is well-drained to prevent soggy pastry interior.