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Perfectly Crafted Spinach and Cheese Pie
Perfectly Crafted Spinach and Cheese Pie
Ingredients:
- 500g fresh spinach
- Olive oil
- 1 red onion
- 2 cloves of garlic
- 3 eggs
- 120ml milk
- 150g all-purpose flour
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: chili pepper for added spice
- 200g Greek Feta cheese, diced
- 100g grated mozzarella cheese
- Fresh parsley, chopped
Step-by-Step Recipe:
1. Preparing the Spinach:
- Wash the spinach thoroughly to remove any dirt or impurities.
- In a large pan, heat a drizzle of olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the spinach to the pan and cook until wilted, approximately 5 minutes.
- Remove the cooked spinach from the heat, allow it to cool, then finely chop it.
2. Mixing the Batter:
- Peel and finely chop the red onion and garlic cloves.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, flour, salt, pepper, and optional chili pepper if desired.
- Add the chopped onion, garlic, and cooled, chopped spinach to the batter mixture.
- Stir in the diced Feta cheese, grated mozzarella cheese, and chopped parsley until well combined.
3. Baking in the Oven:
- Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
- Grease a baking dish with olive oil and pour the batter into the dish.
- Bake the pie in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the mixture is set and the top is golden brown.
- Once baked, allow the pie to cool slightly before serving and slicing.
Indulge in the delightful flavors of this perfectly crafted spinach and cheese pie, a savory treat for any occasion!