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Mediterranean Spinach and Feta Crisps Recipe

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  • Author: Chef
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Crispy, savory bites made with fresh spinach, creamy feta cheese, and flaky phyllo dough. These Mediterranean-inspired spinach and feta crisps offer a perfect balance of crunch and rich flavors, making them an ideal snack or appetizer for any occasion.

Ingredients

Filling

  • 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
  • 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • 1/4 cup cream cheese
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon olive oil

Pastry

  • 4 sheets phyllo dough or wraps
  • 1 egg, beaten (for brushing)

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) to ensure it reaches the perfect temperature for baking your crisps to golden perfection.
  2. Sauté Spinach and Garlic: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add the chopped spinach and cook until wilted, about 3-4 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
  3. Prepare Filling: In a bowl, combine the sautéed spinach and garlic with the crumbled feta cheese and cream cheese, mixing thoroughly until well incorporated.
  4. Cut Phyllo Sheets: Lay out your phyllo sheets on a clean surface. Cut each sheet into strips, approximately 2 inches wide, to create manageable pieces for folding.
  5. Fill and Fold: Place a spoonful of the spinach and feta mixture at one end of each phyllo strip. Carefully fold the dough over the filling into triangles or roll them up tightly to encase the filling securely.
  6. Brush with Egg Wash: Using a pastry brush, lightly brush the tops of each filled and folded strip with beaten egg. This will give your crisps a beautiful golden color as they bake.
  7. Bake: Arrange the crisps on a baking tray lined with parchment paper, spaced evenly. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until they are crisp and golden brown.
  8. Serve: Remove from the oven and let cool slightly. Serve warm, ideally with a side of yogurt dip for an extra Mediterranean touch.

Notes

  • Keep phyllo dough covered with a damp kitchen towel while working to prevent it from drying out and becoming brittle.
  • For added flavor, consider mixing in fresh herbs like dill or oregano to the filling mixture.
  • Serve the crisps warm paired with a yogurt-based dip or tzatziki for a delicious Mediterranean appetizer experience.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean

Find it online: https://kitchenmartha.com/mediterranean-spinach-and-feta-crisps-recipe/