Spanakopita (Spinach and Feta Pie)

A Greek classic - Spinach and feta cheese layered within filo pastry. Simple to make and addictively tasty.

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   1. Wash spinach and discard stems, then salt and wash again. Dry thoroughly on absorbent paper and cut into pieces.
   
   2. Sauté onion in butter until soft. Add spinach and sauté a few minutes longer. Cool.
   
   3. Transfer to a large dish and add eggs, feta and seasonings. Mix well.
   
   4. Place 8-10 layers of filo pastry sheets in
   a wide pan (say, 10" x 15"), brushing each sheet well with melted butter. Add half of spinach mixture, then place 8-10 on filling, again buttering each sheet. Add remainder of mix, and finally cover with remaining filo sheets.
   
   5.Bake at 350F for about 25 minutes, or until crust is golden brown. Cut into squares before serving.
   
   Spanakopita tastes particularly good when cooled and reheated, even days later.