How Do You Make Spanakopita?
Spanakopita is a delicious Greek spinach and cheese pie. The filling is sandwiched between layers of flaky philo dough. Run the spinach under cold water. Make sure you wash it thoroughly. Chop the spinach into fine pieces, then let it drain in a colander. The draining process should take two to three hours. Once the spinach is completely drained, slice the onions into small pieces and saute the onion in a small skillet with 4 tbs melted butter. Place the eggs in a bowl and beat them with a whisk. Add the feta cheese, melted butter and mint. Mix together well, then blend in the sauteed onions, salt and pepper. Place the package of filo dough close to the 15 x 11 x 2 baking dish and open the package of dough. Place the ½ pound of butter in a glass bowl. Melt the butter in the microwave until it is completely liquid. Line the baking dish with a sheet of filo. Do not fold down the edges. Brush the filo with melted butter. Add another layer of filo and brush with butter. Continue layering b
