Spinach and 3 Cheese Phyllo Triangles

"These take a bit of time to prepare but are worth the effort. You can use puff pastry instead of phyllo and make them big for a satisfying lunch or small for appetizers. They also freeze well and can be cooked from frozen. Great to have on hand for unexpected company!"
 
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Ready In:
1hr 35mins
Ingredients:
14
Serves:
30
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ingredients

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directions

  • Saute 2-3 min., white and light green parts of scallions and the garlic in the olive oil. Watch closely. You just want it to soften, not to brown.
  • Squeeze the excess water out of the spinach.
  • In a large bowl combine all the ingredients except for the veg. oil, butter and pastry. Mix gently but thoroughly.
  • Combine the veg. oil and butter.
  • Place 1 sheet of phyllo on your work surface (keep the rest covered with a damp tea towel to prevent drying out). Using a pastry brush, lightly brush with the butter mixture. Place a second sheet on top and brush again. Place a third sheet on top and brush again.
  • Cut the layers into 3 equal strips, lengthwise.
  • Place a heaping tablespoon of the filling 1/2 an inch away from the narrow edge nearest you on the first row of strips.
  • Take the bottom left corner and fold it over the filling so the narrow edge meets the side edge, forming a triangle.
  • Keep folding the dough over like you are folding a flag, sort of like flipping the triangle over and over. If there is a bit of phyllo left when you reach the top, just fold it under.
  • Repeat this process until you run out of filling, phyllo or patience!
  • These can be frozen for a week or two. Separate layers with waxed paper.
  • Brush tops lightly with melted butter, place on parchment lined baking sheet and bake at 375' for 15-18 minute (20-25 minute if frozen) or until tops are golden.
  • Leftovers can be reheated at 375' for 8 minute.

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Reviews

  1. Delicious little morsels reminiscent of spanakopita. Another addition to my collection of "mezes" recipes!
     
  2. I have not made these but I did have the pleasure of eating them at Countrylady's potluck Tapas Party. These are quite yummy and I intend to save this recipe and make them soon 1
     
  3. Very flavourful! I have tasted many phyllo pastries, these were exceptional! The 3 cheeses and herbs definitely made the difference! A great addition to our Tapas Party menu Annie, thanks!
     
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I love cooking and trying new recipes. <br> <br>I am a displaced Bluenoser. <br> <br>My husband Gilad, is my best friend and my soulmate. We do most everything together. <br> <br>Our daughter Tiffany, is now 21 and has been living on her own for 4 years now. That makes us empty nesters, WOO HOO! <br> <br>Besides mucking about in the kitchen, I also enjoy mucking about in the garden and reading while lounging on the swing. <br> <br>Our cat, Muffins provides much entertainment as do most felines! <br> <br>I try to start and end each day with at least 3 (sometimes that's a tough one) things that I am grateful for. No matter how hard life seems, I know I have it easy compared to so many others. <br> <br>B'Shalom, <br>Annie
 
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