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🥐 Spinach Stuffed Pastry Recipe 🌿

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These Spinach Stuffed Pastries are flaky, golden, and packed with a delicious spinach and cheese filling. Perfect as a snack, appetizer, or light meal, these savory pastries are sure to impress with minimal effort!

📋 Ingredients:

  • 1 package (2 sheets) puff pastry, thawed 🥐
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil 🛢️
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped 🧅
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced 🧄
  • 3 cups fresh spinach, chopped 🌿
  • 1/2 cup ricotta cheese 🧀
  • 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled 🧀
  • 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash) 🥚
  • Salt and pepper to taste 🧂
  • Optional: 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg 🌿

📝 Instructions:

1. Preheat the Oven:

  1. Preheat your oven:
  • Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. Prepare the Filling:

  1. Sauté the onion and garlic:
  • In a skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic, cooking until softened and fragrant (about 3-4 minutes).
  1. Cook the spinach:
  • Add the chopped spinach to the skillet and cook until wilted, about 2-3 minutes. Season with salt, pepper, and nutmeg (if using). Remove from heat and let the mixture cool slightly.
  1. Mix in the cheese:
  • In a bowl, combine the spinach mixture with the ricotta and feta cheese. Stir until evenly mixed.

3. Assemble the Pastries:

  1. Roll out the puff pastry:
  • On a lightly floured surface, roll out the thawed puff pastry sheets. Cut each sheet into 4 squares (for a total of 8 squares).
  1. Add the filling:
  • Place a spoonful of the spinach and cheese filling in the center of each puff pastry square.
  1. Fold and seal:
  • Fold each pastry square over the filling to form a triangle. Press the edges together with a fork to seal. Transfer the pastries to the prepared baking sheet.
  1. Brush with egg wash:
  • Brush the tops of the pastries with the beaten egg to give them a golden, shiny finish.

4. Bake the Pastries:

  1. Bake:
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the pastries are golden brown and puffed.

5. Serve:

  1. Cool and serve:
  • Let the pastries cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy them warm as a snack or pair them with a salad for a light meal!

⏱️ Preparation Time: 15 minutes
⏱️ Cooking Time: 15-20 minutes
⏱️ Total Time: 30-35 minutes
🍽️ Servings: 8 pastries
🔥 Calories: Approximately 250-300 kcal per pastry

These Spinach Stuffed Pastries are crispy, flaky, and filled with a flavorful spinach and cheese mixture that everyone will love. Perfect for any occasion! 🥐🌿🧀