Feta and Spinach Nibbles

July 23, 2012/in Appetizers, Cook, Food /by kbw71

INGREDIENTS

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 shallot, finely chopped
• 1/2 pound fresh spinach, washed and dried
• 4 ounces feta cheese, drained and crumbled
• 2 tablespoons finely chopped flat-leaf parsley
• 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh dill
• 2 eggs
• Salt
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• Fillo dough
• 1 1/2 sticks clarified, unsalted butter
• Parchment paper

GET COOKIN'

1. Preheat oven to 400º F.
2. Heat oil over medium-high heat in a medium skillet.
3. Add shallot and cook until soft, 2-3 minutes.
4. Add spinach and cook until wilted.
5. Place mixture in a colander over a bowl and press out excess moisture or place in a kitchen towel and squeeze to drain excess water.
6. Coarsely chop spinach mixture.
7. Place in a medium bowl and add feta, parsley and dill. Then, mix until well blended. Season with salt and cayenne pepper.
8. Cut fillo into 8 strips. Place extra dough over a slightly damp kitchen towel to prevent drying while you work.
9. Brush each strip with butter.

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