Spanikopita (Spinach Pie)

Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

Defrost spinach completely in the microwave, but don’t cook it. Squeeze out all the liquid. It should be as dry as you can get it.

In a large bowl, combine spinach will all ingredients except butter and phyllo. Stir until well mixed. Use your hands—it’s easier and a lot more fun!

Grease a casserole dish. I’ve found a 9 x 13 Pyrex dish works best. Place one sheet of phyllo across the bottom and then brush it with the butter (or oil). Place down another sheet, brush it, and continue this process until you’ve positioned and brushed about 8-9 sheets.

Spread spinach filling evenly on top.

Layer phyllo dough sheets again—one down, brush butter, another down, brush, etc. I like to place about 10 or more sheets on top to get a nice big layer of buttery, crispy layers in each bite.

Bake for about 45 minutes or until golden on top.