Spinach Feta Cranberry Puff Pastry (Print Version)
Creamy spinach, feta, and cranberries wrapped in golden puff pastry for a festive savory treat.
# Ingredients:
→ Vegetables
01 -
8.8 ounces fresh spinach
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1 clove garlic, minced
→ Cheeses
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7 ounces feta cheese, crumbled
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3.5 ounces cream cheese, softened
→ Fruits & Nuts
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1.8 ounces dried cranberries, chopped
→ Pastry & Baking
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2 sheets puff pastry
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1 egg, beaten
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1 tablespoon sesame seeds
→ Spices
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1/8 teaspoon nutmeg
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1/4 teaspoon cracked black pepper
# Steps:
01 -
Warm a dry skillet over medium heat and add the spinach. Sauté for 2 to 3 minutes until wilted. Transfer to a colander and press firmly to eliminate excess liquid.
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Roughly chop the drained spinach and place it in a mixing bowl. Add crumbled feta, softened cream cheese, minced garlic, nutmeg, cracked black pepper, and chopped dried cranberries. Stir until the mixture is creamy and uniform.
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Use one puff pastry sheet as a guide to cut out two large triangles from both sheets. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set one triangle on it.
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Spread the spinach and cheese filling evenly across the pastry triangle, keeping a small border clear at the edges. Gently position the second triangle over the filling, aligning edges precisely.
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Slice horizontal strips along both sides of the filled pastry triangles, leaving the center intact to preserve the tree shape. Twist each strip for a branch-like effect.
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Brush the surface of the assembled pastry with beaten egg. Sprinkle sesame seeds evenly on top if desired.
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Bake in an oven preheated to 400°F for 22 to 25 minutes, or until golden brown and puffed. Cool for 5 minutes before serving.
# Notes:
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Ensure the spinach is thoroughly drained to prevent the filling from becoming too moist and compromising the pastry's crispness.