Tuesday, June 7, 2011

Italian Spinach Pie

 We tried this healthy dinner the other day. Its a lot like a quiche. But we ALL really really liked it and its a great way to eat spinach without really tasting it! Plus its so easy to make!




Italian Spinach Pie


Ingredients

    * 1 tablespoon olive oil
    * 2 medium leeks, white part only, halved lengthwise, thinly sliced, and rinsed
    * One bag (about 6 oz) fresh spinach
    * 1 cup cooked long-grain white rice
    * 6 large eggs
    * 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
    * 1/2 teaspoon dried marjoram, crumbled
    * 1/2 teaspoon salt (or more if needed)
    * 1/4 teaspoon black pepper


1. Preheat oven to 375°F. Lightly coat 9-inch glass pie plate with nonstick
Cooking spray.

2. In medium bowl, combine leeks, spinach, rice, eggs, 3/4 cup Parmesan,
marjoram, salt, and pepper. Spoon into Prepared plate and smooth top.
Sprinkle with remaining 3/4 cup Parmesan.
       
3. Bake until firm and browned, about 30 minutes. Serve warm or at room
temperature, cut into wedges.

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