Spanakopita Triangles (Spinach Pie)

Ingredients

• 20 oz Frozen Spinach
• 8 oz Feta Cheese
• 0.5 medium Red Onion
• 2 cloves Garlic
• 0.25 cup Olive Oil
• 1 package Phyllo Dough
• 2 tablespoons Cornstarch
• 0.25 cup Water
• 0.25 teaspoon Nutmeg
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.125 teaspoon Black Pepper

Instructions

1. 1Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. 2Thaw and squeeze out excess water from the spinach. Chop coarsely.
3. 3In a large bowl, combine spinach, crumbled feta cheese, diced red onion, minced garlic, 2 tablespoons olive oil, cornstarch slurry (cornstarch mixed with water), nutmeg, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
4. 4Brush a baking sheet with olive oil.
5. 5Lay out one sheet of phyllo dough and brush with olive oil. Repeat with 5 more sheets.
6. 6Spread the spinach mixture evenly over the phyllo dough.
7. 7Top with another 6 sheets of phyllo dough, brushing each layer with olive oil.
8. 8Using a sharp knife, score the top layer of phyllo dough into triangles.
9. 9Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the phyllo dough is golden brown and crispy.
10. 10Let cool slightly before serving.

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