Spinach & Feta Tarts (Spanakopita)
Prep
15-30 mins
Total
40 MIN
Servings
12 Servings
Enjoy a classic Greek recipe with these savory Spinach & Feta Tarts. Also known as Spanakopita, Spinach & Feta Tarts are a surefire way to wow the crowds.
Ingredients
2
eggs, beaten
1
pkg
(10 oz.) frozen chopped spinach, thawed, drained and squeezed dry
1
cup
(4 oz.) crumbled feta cheese
1/2
cup
ricotta cheese
1
tbsp
minced garlic
1
tbsp
finely chopped fresh mint
1/2
tsp
lemon zest
10
sheets
frozen phyllo dough, thawed
3
tbsp
butter, melted
Instructions
Step 1
Heat oven to 400°F.
Step 2
Mix all ingredients except phyllo dough and butter until blended.
Step 3
Brush 1 phyllo sheet lightly with butter; cover with 4 of the remaining phyllo sheets, lightly brushing each sheet with some of the remaining butter before covering with next phyllo sheet. Cut into 6 (4-inch) squares. Press 1 phyllo stack into each of 6 muffin pan cups. Repeat with remaining phyllo sheets and butter.
Step 4
Spoon spinach mixture into phyllo cups.
Step 5
Bake 10 min. or until golden brown. Cool in pan 5 min. Remove to wire rack; cool slightly.