Spanakopita ( Spinach Cheese Phyllo) Recipe

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Spanakopita ( Spinach Cheese Phyllo)
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Directions:

  1. In a medium skillet over medium heat, melt 1 tablespoon of butter; add onion and cook 5 minutes.
  2. Add spinach and cook, stirring constantly, for 2 to 3 minutes or until moisture has evaporated.
  3. Remove from heat; stir in cheeses, egg, and seasonings; set aside.
  4. Preheat oven to 375°F.
  5. Melt remaining butter.
  6. Place one phyllo sheet lengthwise on waxed paper.
  7. Brush phyllo lightly with butter and sprinkle with 1 tablespoon of bread crumbs.
  8. Place another phyllo sheet on top, brush with butter and sprinkle again with crumbs.
  9. Spread half the filling ( about 3/4 cup)along lengthwise edge of phyllo.
  10. With both hands lift waxed paper and roll from lengthwise edge, jelly-roll fashion.
  11. Place seam-side down onto a cookie sheet;press each end to seal.
  12. Brush top with butter and cut gashes in top of roll at 1 inch intervals.
  13. Make second roll with remaining ingredients.
  14. Bake for 20 minutes or until golden brown.
  15. * Can be made ahead up to this point. Cool, wrap in plastic wrap, then in foil and freeze for up to 1 month. To serve, unwrap and heat in 400°F oven for 12 to 15 minutes).
  16. While warm cut into 1 inch slices, using gashes as a guide.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 194.59 Kcal (815 kJ)
Calories from fat 149.34 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 16.59g 26%
Cholesterol 67.15mg 22%
Sodium 213.48mg 9%
Potassium 71.72mg 2%
Total Carbs 7.01g 2%
Sugars 0.79g 3%
Dietary Fiber 0.48g 2%
Protein 4.74g 9%
Vitamin C 1.1mg 2%
Vitamin A 0.2mg 6%
Iron 0.6mg 4%
Calcium 92.9mg 9%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 287.64 Kcal (1204 kJ)
Calories from fat 220.75 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 24.53g 26%
Cholesterol 99.26mg 22%
Sodium 315.55mg 9%
Potassium 106.02mg 2%
Total Carbs 10.36g 2%
Sugars 1.16g 3%
Dietary Fiber 0.71g 2%
Protein 7g 9%
Vitamin C 1.6mg 2%
Vitamin A 0.3mg 6%
Iron 0.9mg 4%
Calcium 137.4mg 9%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Weightwatchers Points

  • 5.2
    Points
  • 5
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • saturated fat free

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