Name: Spinach, Leek, and Feta Phyllo Triangles
Total time: PLACEHOLDER
Cuisine: GreekEurope
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 large leek , white part only, washed thoroughly and chopped fine; 10 ounces frozen chopped spinach , thawed and squeezed dry; 1/4 cup minced fresh parsley leaves; 3 tablespoons minced fresh dill; 1/2 cup feta cheese (about 2 1/2 ounces), crumbled; 1 large egg; 1/4 teaspoon fresh grated nutmeg; Salt and ground black pepper; 1 pound box phyllo , thawed; 4 tablespoons unsalted butter , melted

Why This Recipe Works

Looking for a reliable phyllo recipe, we learned a few things about working with this convenient but tricky ingredient: Be sure the pastry is at room temperature when you use it; most problems arise from packages that have been hastily thawed. If frozen, thaw the phyllo slowly in the refrigerator overnight or for at least eight hours. Phyllo is generally brushed with butter or olive oil and layered; for the crispiest results in your phyllo recipe, the butter should be melted and clarified.

Before You Begin

To keep phyllo sheets from drying out, cover them with either plastic wrap or two dish towels. Place a dry towel directly over the phyllo, then cover the dry towel with a damp towel.

Instructions

Heat oil in large skillet over medium heat. Add leek; cook until softened, 6 to 8 minutes.

Meanwhile, mix spinach, parsley, dill, feta, and egg in medium bowl. Add cooked leek and season with nutmeg, salt, and pepper. Cover and refrigerate until ready to use.

Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Remove one phyllo sheet. With the shortest end of the phyllo sheet nearest you, brush phyllo with butter; top with second sheet. Cut these sheets lengthwise to make two 6-inch wide double layer strips, then fold each strip in half lengthwise and brush the tops. Place two rounded teaspoons of filling on the bottom left-hand corner. Fold up the phyllo to form a right angle triangle. Continue folding up and over, flag-folding style, to end of strip.

Brush triangles with butter and place seam side down on an ungreased baking sheet. Bake until golden, about 15 to 18 minutes.