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

  1. Step 1

    Heat oven to 400°F.

  2. Step 2

    Mix all ingredients except phyllo dough and butter until blended.

  3. 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.

  4. Step 4

    Spoon spinach mixture into phyllo cups.

  5. Step 5

    Bake 10 min. or until golden brown. Cool in pan 5 min. Remove to wire rack; cool slightly.