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Spinach Egg Cheese Pie: An Incredible Ultimate Recipe for Lunch Lovers Recipe

Spinach Egg Cheese Pie: An Incredible Ultimate Recipe for Lunch Lovers Recipe
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This Spinach Egg Cheese Pie is the ultimate recipe for lunch lovers. It’s a savory pie filled with spinach, three types of cheese, and a blend of seasonings, all baked into a delicious flaky crust. Perfect for a light lunch or dinner, this pie is a versatile dish that can be enjoyed warm, at room temperature, or even cold.

Ingredients

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For the Pie:

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 5 cups fresh spinach, chopped (or 10 oz frozen spinach, thawed and drained)
  • 5 large eggs
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1 ready-made 9-inch pie crust (or homemade)
  • Optional: red pepper flakes or fresh herbs for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Cook Onion and Spinach: In a skillet, sauté onion in olive oil until soft. Add garlic, then spinach and cook until wilted.
  3. Prepare Filling: In a bowl, combine eggs, ricotta, Parmesan, mozzarella, salt, pepper, and nutmeg. Mix in spinach mixture.
  4. Bake: Pour mixture into pie crust and bake for 35–40 minutes until set and golden.
  5. Rest and Serve: Let the pie cool for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

  • This pie is versatile and can be served warm, at room temperature, or cold.
  • Great for make-ahead lunches or light dinners.
  • Try adding cooked bacon or mushrooms for extra flavor.

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