I thought 2 tsp nutmeg was a lot but it actually works well. Sometimes I add fresh parsley and dill if I have it it’s all good. This recipe Also works well with puff pastry."},{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"mpettibone"},"reviewRating":{"@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":"1","bestRating":"5"},"reviewBody":"Made gluten-free. Exquisito! Substituted a 10 oz. box of fresh baby spinach for frozen, Adjusted all quantities estimating this equaled 1/2 of 3 boxes frozen. I upped the grated cheese to make up for no breadcrumbs. A few extra pine nuts. Baked in an oiled 8x8 at 350º for 45 min. 4 servings. Ina wins again!!!! Avoiding gluten or not, my version works. Phyllo, of course, will impress your friends."},{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"BETH H."},"reviewRating":{"@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":"1","bestRating":"5"},"reviewBody":"Added extra feta. Phenomenal. However, I don't like working with phyllo. Could puff pastry be used instead of phyllo? "},{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"soulbrotherruss"},"reviewRating":{"@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":"1","bestRating":"5"},"reviewBody":"I like this recipe. I made this pie and followed everything except I made my own pie crust rather than phyllo dough. Even when it calls for butter to brush it with I find my local supermarket phyllo dough prone to dryness and flakes too much when cutting and portioning. I prepared this for a friend group and I found it easier to slice pie crust and easily portion in advance for self-serving. I prefer that for something homemade and it worked very well. If I didn't make my own crust, I would use supermarket pie crust, which ain't homemade but works well enough to my taste. I did love this pie recipe and I had requests for the recipe. "},{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"BMC"},"reviewRating":{"@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":"1","bestRating":"5"},"reviewBody":"Agree with other comments this didn’t need extra salt, butter (only olive oil!) Pine nuts, bread crumbs or Parmesan…. That being said, it’s an excellent starter recipe and feel free to use any cheese you like. I used all 6 eggs, the onions and spinach but also added fresh chives, oregano and thyme. Add more fresh herbs after it comes out of the oven and this is amazing. And in a pinch, use puff pastry instead of phyllo (don’t tell my Thia I said that)…."},{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"Garth W."},"reviewRating":{"@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":"1","bestRating":"5"},"reviewBody":"My son Holden loves it. A healthy winner!"},{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"jeep9"},"reviewRating":{"@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":"1","bestRating":"5"},"reviewBody":"I will definitely make this for dinner guests...so perfectly yummy!"},{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"Anonymous"},"reviewRating":{"@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":"1","bestRating":"5"},"reviewBody":"Love this recipe because it is both hearty and full of a veggie. My kids really enjoy it too "},{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"Anonymous"},"reviewRating":{"@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":"1","bestRating":"5"},"reviewBody":"The recipe is delicious and fairly easy. The phyllo sheets I bought must have been half sheets because they only draped over the pan the long way and I had to add buttered sheets to cover the filling once I had it assembled. Next time I will drape the sheets in a cross pattern so there is enough overhang on all directions. I did not use breadcrumbs and it held together and sliced neatly anyway. Yummy. "},{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"ib2qtpie"},"reviewRating":{"@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":"1","bestRating":"5"},"reviewBody":"WONDERFUL RECIPE! I added cooked chicken which jazzed up the delightful flavour! Would definitely prepare this recipe again!"},{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"dorypoway"},"reviewRating":{"@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":"1","bestRating":"5"},"reviewBody":"Loved the flavor of this pie. Loved the phyllo crust. Minor changes -- reduced salt & nutmeg to 1 tsp and added 1 minced garlic and t tsp fresh oregano. Very easy recipe, assembled quickly. Loved that it could be made couple hours ahead before baking. Will definitely make again."},{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"Anonymous"},"reviewRating":{"@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":"1","bestRating":"5"},"reviewBody":"Easy to follow directions. Tasty. Had to modify . Hubby won’t eat Feta. Great with double Parmesan. Thank . I has all the ingredients , no trip to the store!"},{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"kristen.dobbins"},"reviewRating":{"@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":"1","bestRating":"5"},"reviewBody":"This recipe was phenomenal! I absolutely love cooking with phyllo dough. I’d expect nothing less from an Ina recipe though :) "},{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"mayita1"},"reviewRating":{"@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":"1","bestRating":"5"},"reviewBody":"This pie was a hit! Followed the recipe except used mozzarella instead of feta. Tasted delicious! It’s a keeper "},{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"christl c."},"reviewRating":{"@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":"1","bestRating":"5"},"reviewBody":"This was delicious. I forgot the bread crumbs and it turned out fine. "},{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"보람 이."},"reviewRating":{"@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":"1","bestRating":"5"},"reviewBody":"I love love love it. This is my favorite. I honestly made it more than 10times cause it is so good. You can use other cheese you like. I always use gruyeres "},{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"RL2Morrow"},"reviewRating":{"@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":"1","bestRating":"5"},"reviewBody":"I used half organic frozen, and half wilted fresh spinach since I didn't have enough frozen. Everything else was as written. It was excellent!
Today I am using all fresh micro wilted chopped organic spinach. Cant wait!
"},{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"Nicole B."},"reviewRating":{"@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":"1","bestRating":"5"},"reviewBody":"Made this and loved it."},{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"Cindy A."},"reviewRating":{"@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":"1","bestRating":"5"},"reviewBody":"Easy to folliow. I made twice. First time followed exactly. Second cheated, used about 1/3 cup dried chopped onion and about a tsp of garlic powder added directly to beaten eggs and doubled feta, came out excellent."},{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"Renee E."},"reviewRating":{"@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":"1","bestRating":"5"},"reviewBody":"Not a traditional spanakopita, but a great spinach pie. We loved it. Couldn't find phyllo dough, so I used puff pastry. Had as a meal with yellow rice and greek salad. Would be a unique spinach side for a meal too."},{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"Anonymous"},"reviewRating":{"@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":"1","bestRating":"5"},"reviewBody":"Thank you kindly Ina for this lovely recipe for Spinach Pie. I used an old cast iron skillet to make it,added a bit more layers and baked it a bit longer. It was just great,the directions were right on as this was,no wonder it is a favorite of Jeffery's. Again,thank you!!! Tina. "},{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"Cbiede"},"reviewRating":{"@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":"1","bestRating":"5"},"reviewBody":"Love!!!!"},{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"Dionysios F."},"reviewRating":{"@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":"1","bestRating":"5"},"reviewBody":"Overcomplicated for no reason. Spinach pie is meant to be a simple recipe that brings out the delicious flavour of spinach. Use only one onion and two eggs. If possible use a spring onion. Do not use AT ALL any nutmeg, bread crumbs, parmesan cheese or pine nuts. Keep it simple and originally greek, I promise you it will taste fantastic. You can use butter if you want, as described in the recipe. Personally I prefer to use only olive oil, instead of butter. When removed form the oven, sprinkle with thyme or oregano, the aroma will blow your mind."},{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"Ro from NY"},"reviewRating":{"@type":"Rating","ratingValue":3,"worstRating":"1","bestRating":"5"},"reviewBody":"Love Ina but this recipe is made overcomplicated for no reason. too much salt, too much egg and way too much nutmeg. the pine nuts aren't necessarily either. keep it to two eggs, no need for the extra salt in the onions - feta and parmesan are very salty already. nutmeg - half a teaspoon max!"},{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"Barrie M."},"reviewRating":{"@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":"1","bestRating":"5"},"reviewBody":"GOOD BUT NOT AWESOME. Everyone teases me for being such a die-hard Ina Garten fan, I have successfully used her recipes for at least 12 years. I love that I can rely on her recipes and the final product looks like her final product, and guests always rave about the flavors her recipes produce.
This recipe did NOT make the grade for me. The filling was good, but spinach mixture not flavorful enough; so I remain on the hunt to find a spinach pie. (Love her spinach gratin recipe by the way, AMAAAAAZING if you are looking for spinach side dish)
Used pie dough instead for a crostata-style spinach pie – looked AWESOME!!! (whipped this up on a whim/no phyllo dough; keen to test the filling). As a phyllo-dough lover, I know it’s not authentic/as delicious with pie dough but it was still very good, so if you are in a bind it’s something to test.
FOODNETWORK - pls adjust recipe to state TOASTED pine nuts (stated in video)"},{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"Elyssa25"},"reviewRating":{"@type":"Rating","ratingValue":3,"worstRating":"1","bestRating":"5"},"reviewBody":"In what world does this serve 6-8 people? I made it for a dinner party tonight and luckily there were just 4 people so I just divided the thing into quarters. But it was the main course (for a vegetarian meal) and no way was it enough. I think putting this in a 10 or 12-inch pan makes a lot more sense. Anyone else have this problem?"},{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"Angela G."},"reviewRating":{"@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":"1","bestRating":"5"},"reviewBody":"We loved this recipe, have made it twice now."},{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"Sam Antwan"},"reviewRating":{"@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":"1","bestRating":"5"},"reviewBody":"I Love make it for my family, they really love it!"},{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"bunakkaptan"},"reviewRating":{"@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":"1","bestRating":"5"},"reviewBody":"Yummy ..just love it .Thanks Contessa"},{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"sjb2814"},"reviewRating":{"@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":"1","bestRating":"5"},"reviewBody":"This is ridiculously wonderful and has much less fat than the traditional spanakopita (the ratio of spinach to phyllo/butter). It goes together so quickly that I didn't even need to use a damp cloth to keep the phyllo moist between layers. Served it with Ina's shrimp and fennel dish; the flavors complemented perfectly. Thank you Ina."},{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"Gracie H."},"reviewRating":{"@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":"1","bestRating":"5"},"reviewBody":"This was a BIG HIT with me and my sons. I am going to make it today. I did one thing different, I cut the recipe in half. Thanks Ina p.s. I am a huge fan, have all your cook books. Hope to see more."},{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"Martha W."},"reviewRating":{"@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":"1","bestRating":"5"},"reviewBody":"Yes, yes, and oh YES!"},{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"Juyeon M."},"reviewRating":{"@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":"1","bestRating":"5"},"reviewBody":"This pie is fantastic!"},{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"Mwgiannelli"},"reviewRating":{"@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":"1","bestRating":"5"},"reviewBody":"I just finished this recipe and it was perfect. Not being a everyday user of phyllo I was a little intimidated, alas... Ina prevails. I chose to use unsalted butter which cut down on the salt that other reviewers said was a bit heavy handed. It was perfect. Will definitely make it a lot this summer. "},{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"annie r."},"reviewRating":{"@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":"1","bestRating":"5"},"reviewBody":"Appetizer for cocktail party...terrific flavors. Followed recipe except cut phyllo sheets into 3\" wide strips...placed spoonful of spinach mixture at one end of phyllo...folded the phyllo into triangulae shape. Prepared the stuffed phyllo triangles same way per original recipe. Baking time is shorter due to reduced sizes. Enjoyed by all each time we make this. Thanks Ina. Annie, Fremont, CA"},{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"JMH95"},"reviewRating":{"@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":"1","bestRating":"5"},"reviewBody":"Big hit! I made this to go with our Christmas lamb dinner...delicious! I used a 9x12 baking sheet instead and it was perfect for smaller portions. Will definitely make this again!"},{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"hypercube"},"reviewRating":{"@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":"1","bestRating":"5"},"reviewBody":"Really yummy. I made a couple of changes. I added two cloves of garlic and hard Greek sheep's milk cheese instead of the parm, the zest and juice of one lemon, 1/4 cup fresh mint, and only one teaspoon of nutmeg. I also used olive oil spray rather than melted butter on the phyllo dough itself. This is just an awesome recipe. My young son gobbled it up in two seconds flat. Great way to get veggies in your kids. "},{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"kookie1"},"reviewRating":{"@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":"1","bestRating":"5"},"reviewBody":"Ian , Thank you for a great recipe .I also made this my husbands birthday he loved it. So easy to make.Next time I am going to use chopped broccoli and garlic instead of the nutmeg. Kookie"},{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"Fit Cook"},"reviewRating":{"@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":"1","bestRating":"5"},"reviewBody":"I thought was really tasty and my kids liked it too (aged 9 and 8. I did only use 1 tsp nutmeg and I added a few cloves of garlic. Next time I'm going to add some artichokes and sun dried tomatoes and decrease the spinach by one box. The filling was very moist not dry as one reviewer stated, but I added 7 large eggs because I didn't have extra large eggs. Tip: put defrosted spinach in clean dry hand towel and wring it out to easily and quickly remove water. "},{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"gulfsunsets"},"reviewRating":{"@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":"1","bestRating":"5"},"reviewBody":"Followed the recipe to the letter except I halfed it to accompany a lamb leg for easter. My first time using phyllo and it was packed with flavor. An instant family favorite and we are planning to serve it to vegetarian visitors in the future too. Thanks Ina, you recipes never disappoint!"},{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"The cool nonny"},"reviewRating":{"@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":"1","bestRating":"5"},"reviewBody":"This recipe is so yummy I had leftovers for breakfast! The only thing I did differently was use fresh baby spinach instead of frozen. Spinach is my new favorite food. Thank you Contessa!!"},{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"Laurasl"},"reviewRating":{"@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":"1","bestRating":"5"},"reviewBody":"We loved it and we've had tons of spinach pies in restaurants and Greek festivals. I read the reviews, but because it's Ina I did not change a thing and it was perfect. I was nervous because I had never worked with phyllo before and it came out beautifully. The amount of nutmeg did not phase me since I have made many creamed spinach recipes and they all take nutmeg. My filling was outrageously good and I followed the recipe to the letter. The surprise ingredient for me was the addition of pine nuts since I had never had spinach pie with pine nuts before but the texture of the crunch in that creamy mixture was delightful! I rarely make a recipe twice, but this will be an exception. mmmmm "},{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"Barbara T."},"reviewRating":{"@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":"1","bestRating":"5"},"reviewBody":"Thought this was delicious and such a pretty presentation. I appreciated the reviews which I read prior to making the dish. I used just a tiny bit of nutmeg - maybe 1/2 tsp, and I made sure to add an extra egg since I only had large eggs and Ina always uses extra large. I also omitted the bread crumbs since someone said it was dry. BTW, I ALWAYS reduce the salt in Ina's recipes. I also added a bunch of onion powder to kick up the flavor. It turned out great! "},{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"Miss Charlene"},"reviewRating":{"@type":"Rating","ratingValue":1,"worstRating":"1","bestRating":"5"},"reviewBody":"The pie was way too salty and I reduced the salt by half because of the salt on the feta. The nutmeg gave an off flavor to the dish and I felt the filling was too thick. I will go back to my tried and true Spanakopita. Sorry Ina but this one didn't work for me."},{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"NYS moved to NC"},"reviewRating":{"@type":"Rating","ratingValue":2,"worstRating":"1","bestRating":"5"},"reviewBody":"Glad I forgot to put in the bread crumbs since it was dry because I didn't have it completely covered because I used a bigger frying pan. I am a bit upset at myself because it had quit a few ingredients that were expensive."},{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"chocknit"},"reviewRating":{"@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":"1","bestRating":"5"},"reviewBody":"It was great. The only change I made was adding less spinach. We had out-of-town guests and needed something that could wait to be served. Since this is served at room temperature, it was perfect. Everyone loved it and requested the recipe. "},{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"ladydi612"},"reviewRating":{"@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":"1","bestRating":"5"},"reviewBody":"I thought the recipe was very good except the nutmeg was way overpowering. I would definitely use a lot less. I used a 9\" pan so I added more filo to cover all the spinach. I will definitely make it again. Thanks Ina. \r "},{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"Food Network Watcher"},"reviewRating":{"@type":"Rating","ratingValue":3,"worstRating":"1","bestRating":"5"},"reviewBody":"It was good but I think the nutmeg was a bit overpowering. I would use less next time. I also substituted a premade pie crust instead of fillo dough, just to save some time and effort. "},{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"Super Scaler"},"reviewRating":{"@type":"Rating","ratingValue":3,"worstRating":"1","bestRating":"5"},"reviewBody":"I love Ina and after watching the episode featuring the Spinach Pie I couldn't wait to try it. I used 3 eggs and the equivalent of 3 eggs substitute to lower the fat but next time I would use 2 boxes of spinach instead of three. I'm a big spinach lover but have to say 3 boxes was over powering and you hardly tasted the feta. Next time I would add garlic and other seasoning to give it more favor."},{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"Anonymous"},"reviewRating":{"@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":"1","bestRating":"5"},"reviewBody":"Great recipe but made a few modifications to lower the fat and cholesterol. Used egg substitute 1.5 cups,only had 5 oz. of feta(was fat free so also added 1 cup part skim ricotta. Would be nice with some fresh dill, but my husband doesn't like dill so I didn't add it, but might try next time."}],"video":{"@type":"VideoObject","name":"Ina's Spinach Pie","description":"Spinach Pie is the centerpiece of Ina's Greek-inspired birthday feast for Jeffrey.","duration":"PT0H3M50S","thumbnailUrl":"https://food.fnr.sndimg.com/content/dam/images/food/video/0/02/022/0225/0225603.jpg.rend.hgtvcom.406.305.suffix/1660156400033.jpeg","contentUrl":"https://www.foodnetwork.com/apps/api/playback?path=/etc/sni-asset/food/videos/0/02/022/0225/0225603","uploadDate":"2022-08-13T00:26:35.519-04:00"}}
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Preheat the oven to 375 degrees. In a medium saute pan on medium heat, saute the onions with the olive oil until translucent and slightly browned, 10 to 15 minutes. Add the salt and pepper and allow to cool slightly. Squeeze out and discard as much of the liquid from the spinach as possible. Put the spinach into a bowl and then gently mix in the onions, eggs, nutmeg, Parmesan cheese, bread crumbs, feta, and pignoli. Butter an ovenproof, nonstick, 8-inch saute pan and line it with 6 stacked sheets of phyllo dough, brushing each with melted butter and letting the edges hang over the pan. Pour the spinach mixture into the middle of the phyllo and neatly fold the edges up and over the top to seal in the filling. Brush the top well with melted butter. Bake for 1 hour, until the top is golden brown and the filling is set. Remove from the oven and allow to cool completely. Serve at room temperature.