Spinach−Cheese Pie

Spinach−Cheese Pie

Ingredients

• 2 pounds fresh spinach
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 4 tablespoons butter
• 1 cup cream sauce
• 6 eggs, beaten
• 1 cup finely−crumbled feta cheese
• Salt and pepper
• Dash of nutmeg
• 1/2 pound phyllo pastry sheets
• Butter , melted

Cooking Instructions: 

1. Wash spinach and discard stems. 
2. Dry thoroughly on absorbent paper and cut into pieces. 
3. Sauté onion in butter until soft. 
4. Add spinach and sauté a few minutes longer. Cool. 
5. Add cream sauce, eggs, cheese and seasonings. Mix well. 
6. Place 7 layers of phyllo pastry sheets in an 11 x 14 x 2−inch pan, brushing each sheet well with melted butter. 
7. Add spinach mixture, then place 8 phyllo pastry sheets on filling, again buttering each sheet. 
8. Bake at 350 degrees F for about 30 minutes, or until crust is golden brown.
9. Cut into small squares before serving.