Cheese & Spinach Borag

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Servings: 8 Difficulty: Advanced
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A flaky, golden Greek-inspired pie filled with creamy spinach and melted cheese.
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This savory Cheese & Spinach Borag is a delightful twist on traditional spanakopita, using tender phyllo layers to encase a rich filling of blanched spinach, Monterey Jack, and cream cheese. The addition of fresh parsley and a hint of cayenne pepper adds a vibrant freshness and subtle warmth to every bite. Perfect for potlucks, family dinners, or as a sophisticated appetizer, this dish offers a satisfying crunch followed by a soft, cheesy interior. It&# 226;€™s an elegant yet approachable meal that brings the comfort of home cooking to your table with minimal fuss.

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Cheese & Spinach Borag

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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 8 Calories: 55.2

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This savory Cheese & Spinach Borag is a delightful twist on traditional spanakopita, using tender phyllo layers to encase a rich filling of blanched spinach, Monterey Jack, and cream cheese. The addition of fresh parsley and a hint of cayenne pepper adds a vibrant freshness and subtle warmth to every bite. Perfect for potlucks, family dinners, or as a sophisticated appetizer, this dish offers a satisfying crunch followed by a soft, cheesy interior. It&# 226;€™s an elegant yet approachable meal that brings the comfort of home cooking to your table with minimal fuss.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a medium bowl, combine the blanched spinach, grated Monterey Jack cheese, cream cheese, beaten egg, chopped parsley, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.
  3. Mix thoroughly until the filling is well blended and uniform.
  4. Lightly butter a flat baking pan.
  5. Place 2 sheets of phyllo dough on the bottom of the pan, brushing each sheet with melted butter as you lay it down.
  6. Repeat this layering process until half of the phyllo dough sheets are used to create a base.
  7. Spread the cheese-spinach mixture evenly over the phyllo base.
  8. Place 2 sheets of phyllo dough on top of the filling, brushing each with melted butter.
  9. Continue layering the remaining phyllo sheets, brushing each with butter, until all dough is used.
  10. Using a sharp knife, carefully slice the assembled pie into squares through the top layers.
  11. In a small bowl, whisk together the milk and the second beaten egg.
  12. Generously brush the milk-egg mixture over the top layer of phyllo dough.
  13. Bake in the preheated oven for 30 to 40 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and crisp.
  14. Allow to cool slightly before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

Amount Per Serving
Calories 55.2kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 1.0g2%
Saturated Fat 0.0g0%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 189.6mg8%
Total Carbohydrate 8.6g3%
Dietary Fiber 5.3g22%
Sugars 1.0g
Protein 7.0g15%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: spinach pie, phyllo dough, spanakopita, greek food, vegetarian main, cheese filling, baked spinach, potluck recipe, flaky pastry, monterey jack, creamy spinach, easy dinner
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