Flaky Spinach Stuffed Pastry

Ingredients

• 1 sheet puff pastry (thawed if frozen)

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• 1 small onion, finely chopped

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• 5 oz fresh spinach (or frozen, thawed and drained)

• ½ cup ricotta cheese

• ¼ cup feta cheese, crumbled

• 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)

• Salt & black pepper, to taste

• Pinch of nutmeg (optional)

Instructions

1. Prepare the filling:

   • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.

   • Sauté onions until translucent, then add garlic and cook 1 minute.

   • Add spinach and cook until wilted. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.

   • Stir in ricotta, feta, salt, pepper, and nutmeg. Mix until combined.

2. Assemble the pastries:

   • Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).

   • Roll out puff pastry and cut into squares (about 4×4 inches).

   • Place a spoonful of spinach filling in the center of each square.

   • Fold over to form triangles or rectangles and seal edges by pressing with a fork.

   • Brush tops with beaten egg.

3. Bake:

   • Place pastries on a parchment-lined baking sheet.

   • Bake for 18–22 minutes or until golden brown and puffed.

4. Serve:

   • Enjoy warm as an appetizer, snack, or light meal.