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Greek-Style Spinach, Feta & Polenta Pie

Greek-Style Spinach, Feta & Polenta Pie is made with baby spinach, whole-milk plain Greek yogurt, and instant polenta.

Prep
10 min
Cook
35 min
Total
45 min
Original yield
Serves 4
Ingredients
11 listed

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Estimating…
BreakfastMain courseCasserolesGreekMiddle EasternMediterraneanPrep: 15 minutes or lessTotal: 31–60 minutes
Recipe categories & planning details
Meal type
Breakfast · Main course
Cuisine
Greek · Mediterranean · Middle Eastern
Preparation & total time
Prep: 15 minutes or less · Total: 31–60 minutes
Dish type
Casseroles

A few quick notes

1. Preheat as directed

Have the oven at the specified temperature for its cooking step.

2. Prepare the pan

Follow the pan-heating step before adding its ingredients.

3. Prepare the whisked mixture

Keep the whisking step in its stated place in the preparation.

Get to know the ingredients

extra-virgin olive oil, (divided)

In the method: Preheat the oven to 350°F/175°C and set an oven rack in the middle position.

baby spinach (about 6 packed cups)

In the method: Grease a 1.5-qt (1.5L) baking dish (mine is an oval that measures about 9 x 7 in/23 x 18 cm) or 9-in (23-cm) pie pan with 1 tablespoon of the oil.

large eggs

In the method: In a large bowl, combine the eggs, yogurt, polenta, garlic, salt and pepper; whisk until smooth.

Let’s make it

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Ingredients

Original recipe: Serves 4. Original quantities shown.

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  • Ingredient noteSource: 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, (divided)
  • Ingredient noteSource: 6 oz baby spinach (about 6 packed cups)
  • Ingredient noteSource: 5 large eggs
  • Ingredient noteSource: ⅔ cup whole-milk plain Greek yogurt (low-fat works too)
  • Ingredient noteSource: ¼ cup instant polenta
  • Ingredient noteSource: 1 clove garlic, (minced)
  • Ingredient noteSource: ½ teaspoon salt
  • Ingredient noteSource: ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • Ingredient noteSource: ½ cup crumbled feta cheese
  • Ingredient noteSource: ½ cup finely grated pecorino Romano cheese
  • Ingredient noteSource: 2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill

How to make it

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Review ingredients in your pantry before anything is added. Meal plans use your household size; grocery-only additions use the servings selected above.

The last little job

Finish as directed

Serve hot or at room temperature.

A few questions you might have

What should I prepare first?

Set out the oven, baking dish, and skillet. Start with this step: Preheat the oven to 350°F/175°C and set an oven rack in the middle position.

Which preparation step should I plan for?

Have the oven at the specified temperature for its cooking step.

What check should I look for as it cooks?

Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish or pie pan, and bake until just set and puffed, 20 to 25 minutes.

How do I plan the ingredient amounts?

This version serves 4. Use the ingredient amounts listed for that yield. If you change the number of portions, check equipment and the full method as well as the shopping quantities.

Storage & reheating safety

For cooked, perishable leftovers, refrigerate within 2 hours (1 hour above 90°F), using shallow containers for prompt cooling. Keep the refrigerator at 40°F or below, use refrigerated leftovers within 3–4 days, and reheat hot leftovers to 165°F, checked with a food thermometer. Follow any shorter package limit.

These are general safety limits, not a tested storage or freezing recommendation for this particular dish. USDA leftovers guidance · Safe cooking temperatures

Recipe source: onceuponachef.com. Ingredient names and quantities may be adapted for the pantry.

Preparation notes follow the recipe shown here.

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