Spinach Stuffed Pastry

Ingredients:

2 sheets puff pastry (thawed)

250 g (about 1 cup) ricotta cheese

150 g (about 1 cup) feta cheese, crumbled

200 g (about 2 cups) spinach, chopped (fresh or frozen and drained)

1 small onion, finely chopped

1 clove garlic, minced

1 egg (for the filling)

Salt and pepper to taste

1 egg yolk (for brushing)

Sesame seeds (optional, for topping)

👩‍🍳 Instructions:

  1. Prepare the Filling:

In a skillet, sauté onion and garlic in a little olive oil until soft.

Add chopped spinach and cook until wilted (if using fresh).

Let cool, then mix with ricotta, feta, egg, salt, and pepper.

  1. Assemble the Pastry:

Place one sheet of puff pastry on parchment paper.

Spread the spinach mixture evenly over it, leaving a small border.

Cover with the second sheet of pastry.

Seal the edges with a fork.

  1. Cut and Brush:

Slice into squares (as shown in the image).

Brush the top with beaten egg yolk.

Sprinkle sesame seeds on top (optional).

  1. Bake:

Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F).

Bake for 25–30 minutes, until golden and puffed.

  1. Serve:

Let it cool slightly, then serve warm. Perfect for snacks, brunch, or picnics!

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