Chandler Greek Festival Spanakopeta (Greek Spinach Squares)

Source: Chef Effie Karantinos - Chandler Greek Festival, Chandler, Arizona

2 pounds fresh spinach
1 onion, finely chopped
4 tablespoons butter
1 cup cream sauce
6 eggs, beaten
1 cup feta cheese, finely crumbled
Salt and pepper
Dash of nutmeg
1/2 pound phyllo pastry sheets
Butter, melted

Wash spinach and discard stems. Dry thoroughly on absorbent paper and cut into pieces.

Saute onion in butter until soft. Add spinach and saut a few minutes longer. Cool.

Add cream sauce, eggs, cheese and seasonings. Mix well.

Place 7 layers of phyllo pastry sheets in an 11 x 14 x 2-inch pan, brushing each sheet well with melted butter. Add spinach mixture, then place 8 phyllo pastry sheets on filling. Again, butter each sheet well.

Bake at 350 degrees F for about 30 minutes or until crust is golden brown. Cut into small squares before serving.

Makes 16 squares.