Prijesnac - Croatian Spinach and Cheese Pie

Ingredients

• 500g (1.1 lb) spinach, washed and chopped 500g (1.1 lb) spinach, washed and chopped
• 1 onion, finely chopped 1 onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 4 eggs 4 eggs
• 200g (7 oz) feta cheese, crumbled 200g (7 oz) feta cheese, crumbled
• 200g (7 oz) mozzarella cheese, shredded 200g (7 oz) mozzarella cheese, shredded
• 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
• 1/4 cup fresh dill, chopped 1/4 cup fresh dill, chopped
• Salt and pepper to taste Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 sheet of puff pastry, thawed if frozen 1 sheet of puff pastry, thawed if frozen
• Olive oil for sautéing Olive oil for sautéing

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 280 kcal / 1172 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 18g, 9g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 16g, 2g
• Protein: 15g
• Fiber: 4g
• Salt: 1g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
2. 2.
   In a large pan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, and sauté until translucent.
3. 3.
   Add the chopped spinach to the pan and cook until wilted. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
4. 4.
   In a mixing bowl, whisk the eggs. Add the crumbled feta cheese, shredded mozzarella cheese, chopped parsley, chopped dill, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
5. 5.
   Add the sautéed spinach mixture to the egg and cheese mixture. Stir until everything is well combined.
6. 6.
   Roll out the puff pastry sheet and line a greased baking dish with it, making sure to cover the bottom and sides.
7. 7.
   Pour the spinach and cheese mixture into the pastry-lined dish.
8. 8.
   Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the filling is set.
9. 9.
   Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Spinach — Make sure to wash the spinach thoroughly to remove any dirt or grit. You can also use frozen spinach, but make sure to thaw and drain it before using.
• Puff pastry — If using frozen puff pastry, make sure to thaw it according to the package instructions before rolling it out.

Tips & Tricks

• You can add other vegetables such as mushrooms or bell peppers to the filling for added flavor and texture.
• Experiment with different herbs and spices to customize the taste of your Prijesnac.
• Serve the pie warm or at room temperature for the best flavor.
• Leftovers can be refrigerated and reheated in the oven or microwave.

Serving advice

Prijesnac can be served as a main course accompanied by a fresh salad or as a side dish alongside grilled meats or roasted vegetables. It is delicious both warm and at room temperature.

Presentation advice

To enhance the presentation, sprinkle some fresh herbs, such as parsley or dill, on top of the baked Prijesnac. You can also cut it into individual portions and serve on a platter.