Rustic Greek Pie Recipe
Description: This Rustic Greek Pie is a delightful combination of flavors, boasting a beautiful rustic appearance that’s as appealing to the eyes as it is to the palate. Whether served piping hot or chilled, it’s bound to captivate your taste buds with its harmonious blend of ingredients.
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Servings: 4
- Calories per serving: 422.8
Ingredients:
| Ingredients | Quantities |
|---|---|
| Frozen spinach | 1 |
| Garlic cloves | 1 |
| Halloumi cheese | 3 |
| Feta | 150g |
| Fresh oregano | 120g |
| Eggs | 1 |
| Lemon wedge | 2 |
| Cream | 1/4 cup |
Instructions:
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Preheat oven to moderately hot 200°C (400°F).
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Prepare Spinach: Squeeze the excess liquid from the spinach.
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Prepare Pastry: Place the pastry sheet on a baking tray and spread the spinach in the middle, leaving a 3cm (1 1/4 inch) border.
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Layer Ingredients: Sprinkle the garlic over the spinach and pile the haloumi and feta on top.
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Season: Sprinkle with oregano and season generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
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Fold Pastry: Cut a short slit into each corner of the pastry sheet, then tuck each side of the pastry over to form a border around the filling.
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Prepare Egg Mixture: Lightly beat the eggs with the cream and carefully pour the egg mixture over the spinach filling.
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Bake: Place the pie in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the pastry is golden and the filling is set.
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Serve: Once baked, cut the pie into four portions and serve with lemon wedges and a fresh green salad.
Tips:
- If haloumi cheese is unavailable, you can use all feta cheese instead for a delightful variation.
This Rustic Greek Pie is a wonderful addition to any mealtime, offering a burst of Mediterranean flavors that are sure to impress your family and friends. Enjoy the rustic charm and savory taste of this delightful pie, whether as a light lunch, satisfying snack, or as part of a Greek-themed dinner spread. 🥧🍋
