Spanakopita

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

2. 2

   In a large skillet, heat a small amount of olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped spinach and cook until wilted. Remove from heat and let it cool.

3. 3

   In a large bowl, combine the cooked spinach, crumbled feta cheese, ricotta cheese, chopped green onions, fresh dill, beaten eggs, ground nutmeg, salt, and pepper. Mix well.

4. 4

   Brush a baking dish with olive oil. Lay one sheet of phyllo dough in the dish and brush it lightly with olive oil. Repeat this process with 4 more sheets of phyllo dough, brushing each sheet with olive oil.

5. 5

   Spread the spinach and cheese mixture evenly over the phyllo dough layers.

6. 6

   Cover the filling with the remaining 3 sheets of phyllo dough, brushing each sheet with olive oil as you layer them.

7. 7

   Using a sharp knife, score the top layer of phyllo dough into squares or diamonds.

8. 8

   Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until the phyllo dough is golden brown and crispy.

9. 9

   Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving. Enjoy your Spanakopita!