Spinach Ricotta Pie

Prep: 15 min Cook: 50 min Serves: 6 Cuisine: Mediterranean

A savory spinach and ricotta pie with a flaky crust, rich flavors, and creamy filling, perfect for brunch, dinner, or entertaining guests. Suitable for vegetarians.

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Ingredients

  • 1 deep-dish pie crust
  • 2 pkg. frozen chopped spinach
  • 1 small onion, minced
  • 3 Tbsp. butter or margarine
  • 1/2 tsp. salt
  • 1/4 tsp. nutmeg
  • dash of pepper
  • 15 oz. Ricotta cheese
  • 1 c. half and half
  • 1/2 c. grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

  1. Cook the frozen chopped spinach and drain well.
  2. Squeeze out excess liquid from the spinach.
  3. Saute minced onion in butter until transparent.
  4. Stir in the cooked spinach, salt, nutmeg, and pepper.
  5. In a large bowl, combine ricotta cheese, half and half, Parmesan cheese, and eggs.
  6. Mix thoroughly until smooth.
  7. Stir in the spinach mixture into the cheese mixture.
  8. Pour the filling into the deep-dish pie crust.
  9. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 50 minutes, or until the custard is set and the top is lightly browned.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

801 kcal 40% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 18.7g 37% DV
Total Fat 51.9g 67% DV
Carbs 67.2g 24% DV
Fiber 7.6g 27% DV
Sugar 3.1g 6% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 10328.8mg 100% DV
Potassium 598.3mg 13% DV
Cholesterol 156.8mg 52% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 162.3mcg 18% DV
Vitamin C 25.3mg 28% DV
Vitamin D 0.1mcg
Calcium 395mg 30% DV
Iron 4.2mg 23% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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