Spinach pies with cream cheese

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:

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  • 1 package (17.3 oz or 490g) puff pastry sheets, thawed according to package instructions
  • 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)

Instructions:

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. 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.
  3. Add the chopped spinach to the skillet and cook until wilted, about 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
  4. 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.
  5. 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.
  6. Cut each puff pastry sheet into squares or rectangles, depending on the size of pies you want to make.
  7. Place a spoonful of the spinach and cream cheese filling in the center of each pastry square.
  8. 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.
  9. Transfer the assembled pies to the prepared baking sheet. Brush the tops of the pies with beaten egg wash.
  10. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown and puffed up.
  11. Remove the spinach pies from the oven and let them cool slightly before serving.
  12. 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!

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