Greek Spinach & Leek Pie in Filo Pastry from Silk Road Cooking: A Vegetarian Journey by Najmieh Batm

Greek Spinach & Leek Pie in Filo Pastry from Silk Road Cooking: A Vegetarian Journey by Najmieh Batm

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The mixture of fava beans, garlic, and dill is ubiquitous throughout the countries of the Silk Road region. This Sicilian crostata (a simple crust, filled with fruit or savory), for example, is mad...

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Ingredients

  • 8 shallots, peeled and chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, peeled and chopped
  • 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 4 fresh leeks, chopped (white and green)
  • 1½ pounds fresh spinach leaves, washed and coarsely chopped (or 8 ounces frozen spinach, chopped)
  • ¼ cup chopped fresh dill
  • 4 tablespoons butter (melted), vegetable oil or ghee
  • 1 package filo pastry sheets (left out of the freezer for at least 2 hours)
  • 1 cup butter, ghee or olive oil
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 2 eggs (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon hot red chili flakes
  • ¾ pound crumbled feta cheese
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • ⅓ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • ½ cup chopped fresh arugula
  • ½ teaspoon pepper

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