Matzo Spinach Pie

By: Sari Schlussel-Leeds, MS, RDN, CDN

Serves 6 as a main dish and 8-10 as a side dish

     

Ingredients:

20 oz. frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained

6 sheets of matzo or 8 oz. matzo farfel

4 large eggs or 1 cup egg substitute

6 oz. grated Parmesan cheese (Parmigianino Reggiano is best)

1 package (8 oz.) farmer cheese

4 oz. crumbed feta cheese

Cooking spray

Directions:

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F. Lightly soak the matzo in water to slightly soften, crush and drain thoroughly or use the farfel with a small amount of water added to soften.
  2. Beat the eggs, add the spinach, matzo and cheeses. Combine thoroughly.
  3. Spray 9 x 13 baking pan with cooking spray. Spread mixture in the pan and bake for 45 minutes or until top is golden and firm. Serve hot or at room temperature.

     

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