Spinach Stuffed Pastry

Ingredients:

• 2 sheets puff pastry, thawed
• 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
• 1 cup ricotta cheese
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 tbsp olive oil

PREPARATION:

Preheat Oven:

• Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Prepare the Filling:

• In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. 🫒
• Add the chopped spinach and cook until wilted, about 2-3 minutes.
• Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
• In a medium bowl, combine the cooked spinach, ricotta cheese, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well.

Assemble the Pastries:

1. Roll out the puff pastry sheets on a lightly floured surface.
2. Cut each sheet into 4 squares (you should have 8 squares total).
3. Place a spoonful of the spinach and cheese mixture in the center of each square.
4. Fold the pastry over to form a rectangle or triangle and press the edges with a fork to seal.
5. Transfer the pastries to the prepared baking sheet.
6. Apply Egg Wash:
7. Brush the tops of the pastries with the beaten egg for a golden finish.

Bake:

• Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the pastries are puffed and golden brown.