spinach torta
This is one of those dishes that can be cut into small squares and served at a buffet or served as a meatless dinner along with a salad (which is what I did tonight!) It's very rich, so a little goes a long way..... Sooooo good!
prep time
30 Min
cook time
1 Hr
method
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yield
Ingredients
- 2 boxes frozen spinach
- 3 pounds onions, sliced thin
- - olive oil
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1 package cream cheese, room temperature
- 4-5 - eggs, slightly beaten
- 1/2 cup italian bread crumbs
- - salt and pepper to taste
- 1 package pillsbury ready pie crust
How To Make spinach torta
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Step 1Thaw, drain and squeeze the spinach well to remove any liquid. Place in a large bowl.
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Step 2Saute onions in a large skillet in olive oil over medium heat until soft and translucent - approximately 15 minutes.
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Step 3Add the parmesan cheese, softened cream cheese, eggs, bread crumbs and salt and pepper to the spinach. Mix well.
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Step 4Add the spinach mixture to the onions and mix well.
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Step 5Roll out one of the pie crusts and place into the bottom of a 9 x 13 inch casserole dish. Fill with the spinach mixture.
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Step 6Roll out the second pie crust and place on top of casserole. Prick the top pie crust with a fork and brush with a little oil.
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Step 7Bake at 350 degrees for 1 hour. Let cool around 10 minutes or so before cutting into squares. Can serve at room temperature.
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