Best Mediterranean Philo Pockets With Spicy Apricot Dip Recipes

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SPANAKOPITA BITES



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For an easy spanakopita, try this version that is made in a pan, then cut into squares. It has all the wonderful taste of the classic version-buttery phyllo with a spinach-cheese filling-but is so simple to do. -Barbara Smith, Chipley, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 55m

Yield 10-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 large egg, lightly beaten
1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
2 cups crumbled feta cheese
1 cup 4% small-curd cottage cheese
3/4 cup butter, melted
16 sheets phyllo dough (14x9-inch size)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, mix egg, spinach and cheeses. Brush a 15x10x1-in. baking pan with some of the butter., Place 1 sheet of phyllo dough in prepared pan; brush with butter. Layer with 7 additional phyllo sheets, brushing each layer. (Keep remaining phyllo covered with a damp towel to prevent it from drying out.) Spread top with spinach mixture. Top with remaining phyllo dough, brushing each sheet with butter., Freeze, covered, 30 minutes. Using a sharp knife, cut into 1-in. squares. Bake 35-45 minutes or until golden brown. Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 21 calories, Fat 2g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 6mg cholesterol, Sodium 40mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

DEEP DISH SPANAKOPITA



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h20m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

500 grams frozen spinach (about two 9-ounce packages)
10 sheets frozen phyllo dough (about 280 grams/10 ounces)
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 yellow onion, finely diced
Kosher salt, to taste
Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
1 garlic clove, grated
2 tablespoons finely chopped parsley
3 tablespoons finely chopped dill
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
Pinch freshly grated nutmeg
1 lemon, zested and juiced
2 cups crumbled feta cheese (about 250 grams)
1 egg
1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted (75 grams)

Steps:

  • Defrost the spinach and phyllo dough in the fridge overnight.
  • For the filling, heat the olive oil in a medium skillet over medium heat. Add the onion, season with salt and pepper and cook until softened and lightly golden brown, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic and cook for 1 to 2 minutes, stirring frequently. Then remove the pan from the heat and stir in the parsley, dill, red pepper flakes, nutmeg and lemon zest. Set aside to cool to room temperature.
  • Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Drain the spinach through a strainer lined with a clean kitchen towel or a few layers of sturdy paper towel. Gather the spinach up in the towel and squeeze out as much of the water as possible. Transfer to a bowl and add the lemon juice and feta. Stir in the cooled onion mixture and the egg.
  • Retrieve the phyllo from the fridge, unroll it and cover it with a clean kitchen towel to keep it from drying out. Place a 9-inch springform pan on a rimmed baking sheet and brush the bottom and sides lightly with butter. Lay out one sheet of phyllo, brush with butter and transfer it to the prepared pan. There is no need to be extra careful here - the phyllo might tear, crack or rumple up a bit but that just makes for more texture in the end result. Layer on two more buttered sheets of phyllo across the bottom of the pan.
  • Continue buttering the phyllo as before but begin placing the remaining sheets off-center around the pan so that their edges overlap in the center of the base and the other edge hangs over the sides, gently pressing along the bottom and up the sides to create a crust. Transfer the spinach filling into the phyllo crust and spread into an even layer.
  • Gather and fold the overhanging phyllo overtop of the edges of the spinach, leaving the center bit of spinach exposed. Brush the phyllo with remaining butter and bake for 40 to 50 minutes, or until golden brown and crisp. Allow to cool slightly before removing from the pan and serving.

MEDITERRANEAN PITA POCKETS



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Provided by Sandra Lee

Categories     main-dish

Time 5m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (8-ounce) container plain yogurt
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley leaves
1 tablespoon hot sauce
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
4 pita pockets
8 slices leftover beef brisket from Grilled Beef Brisket with Tangy Mop Sauce recipe
1 cup leftover Pickled Cucumber Salad from recipe

Steps:

  • In a small bowl mix together the yogurt, parsley, hot sauce, cumin, and salt and pepper, to taste.
  • Slice the top off of each pita pocket. Fill each pocket with 2 slices of brisket, a quarter of the pickled cucumbers and drizzle with the yogurt mixture. Arrange on a serving platter and serve.

MEDITERRANEAN PHILO POCKETS WITH SPICY APRICOT DIP



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Here is something very unique and unusual... This Recipe is the " Creation " of Brandi Kirkpatrick and Fireman Bob Cooney It is... " Mediterranean Philo Pockets with Spicy Apricot Dipping Sauce " by Brandi Kirkpatrick and Fireman Bob Cooney One day, Brandie and I were joking around, we talked about " joining " forces and creating a Unique dish! Well, I am here to say... The " joking and kidding " has produced something very special. We hope that you all enjoy! Sincerely, Brandi Kirkpatrick and Fireman Bob Cooney

Provided by Bob Cooney @firemanbob65

Categories     Chicken

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 cup(s) chopped cooked and seasoned chicken
12 - baby bella fresh mushrooms, chopped
4 - green onions, finely sliced
1/2 teaspoon(s) dried sage - chopped
1/2 teaspoon(s) dried thyme - chopped
1/2 cup(s) golden raisins, chopped
8 ounce(s) cream cheese - room temp
8 ounce(s) feta cheese - crumbled
1 stick(s) butter
1 package(s) frozen philo dough, thawed
- spicy apricot dipping sauce
1 cup(s) apricot jam
2 teaspoon(s) grated horseradish or to taste
4 teaspoon(s) lime juice
1/8 teaspoon(s) cayenne pepper
- kosher salt to tatse

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, saute mushrooms in butter. Add green onions, raisins, chicken and spices. Heat through. Let cool for 5 minutes. In a large bowl, combine mushroom-chicken mixture with cream cheese and Feta. Gently fold together until well combined. Set aside. Carefully work with the Philo dough, you will need to have a damp paper towel or cloth to keep the dough you are not working with from drying out.
  • Melt butter, Cut Philo dough into 2-1/2 inch strips, Take 2 thin sheets and brush with butter. Place one hearty teaspoon scoop of chicken-mushroom mixture onto the end of the buttered strip. Carefully, fold dough in a triangle pattern, like folding a flag. Place on a cookie sheet. Repeat until the cookie sheet is full. Coat triangles with butter and bake for 15-20 minutes.
  • Spicy Apricot Dipping Sauce Combine all ingredients and mix, You can service this dipping sauce heated or chilled. Brandi and I hope You Enjoy!!!

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