Here’s a recipe for spinach pies with cream cheese, including ingredient quantities, instructions, and approximate nutrition information:
Ingredients:
For the filling:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 8 oz (225g) fresh spinach, chopped
- 4 oz (115g) cream cheese, softened
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg (optional)
- 1/4 cup (25g) grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
For the pastry:
- 1 package (17.3 oz or 490g) puff pastry sheets, thawed according to package instructions
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Add the chopped spinach to the skillet and cook until wilted, about 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese with the cooked spinach mixture. Season with salt, pepper, and nutmeg if using. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese if desired.
- On a lightly floured surface, unfold the thawed puff pastry sheets. Using a rolling pin, roll out the pastry slightly to smooth out any creases.
- Cut each puff pastry sheet into squares or rectangles, depending on the size of pies you want to make.
- Place a spoonful of the spinach and cream cheese filling in the center of each pastry square.
- Fold the pastry over the filling to form a triangle or rectangle shape, depending on the shape of your pastry. Use a fork to crimp the edges to seal the pies.
- Transfer the assembled pies to the prepared baking sheet. Brush the tops of the pies with beaten egg wash.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown and puffed up.
- Remove the spinach pies from the oven and let them cool slightly before serving.
- Serve warm as a delicious appetizer or snack.
Nutrition information (per serving, based on 8 servings):
- Calories: 290
- Total Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
- Sodium: 280mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 23g
- Dietary Fiber: 1g
- Sugars: 1g
- Protein: 7g
Enjoy your homemade spinach pies with cream cheese!