Description
Delight in these Spinach Stuffed Pastries featuring flaky puff pastry filled with a savory blend of sautéed spinach, ricotta, and Parmesan cheese. Perfect as an appetizer or light meal, these golden-brown pastries are easy to prepare and bake to perfection in under 30 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Pastry
- 2 sheets puff pastry, thawed
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Filling
- 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to ensure easy cleanup and prevent sticking.
- Prepare the Filling: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped spinach and cook until wilted, about 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat and allow it to cool slightly.
- Mix Filling Ingredients: In a medium bowl, combine the cooked spinach, ricotta cheese, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Stir well to create a uniform filling.
- Roll Out Pastry: On a lightly floured surface, roll out the thawed puff pastry sheets to smooth and even thickness.
- Cut Pastry Squares: Cut each sheet into 4 squares, giving you a total of 8 squares for filling.
- Fill Pastries: Spoon a portion of the spinach and cheese mixture into the center of each pastry square.
- Seal Pastries: Fold each square into a rectangle or triangle shape and press the edges firmly with a fork to seal the filling inside.
- Prepare for Baking: Transfer the assembled pastries to the prepared baking sheet, spacing them apart to allow puffing.
- Apply Egg Wash: Brush the tops of each pastry with the beaten egg to achieve a golden and glossy finish after baking.
- Bake Pastries: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the pastries are puffed up and golden brown.
- Serve: Remove the pastries from the oven and let them cool slightly before serving. Enjoy these warm or at room temperature as a delicious snack or light meal.
Notes
- Ensure spinach is well-drained to prevent soggy pastry.
- Use fresh puff pastry sheets for best flakiness.
- The egg wash can be replaced with milk for a lighter finish.
- These pastries can be made ahead and reheated in the oven before serving.
- Feel free to add herbs like basil or oregano to the filling for extra flavor.
