1Heat up the olive oil in a saucepan over a medium heat.
2After 2 minutes, add the chopped leek and sauté for 2-3 minutes until softened.
3In batches add the spinach and close the saucepan with a lid to allow it to wilt, stirring frequently.
4Repeat until all the spinach has wilted.
5Add this mixture to a bowl along with the rest of the ingredients.
6Mix until well combined.
7Place in an oven safe dish to bake at 180 degrees Celsius fan for 25-30 minutes until lightly golden brown on top and the consistency is perfectly gooey.
8If adding shredded filo on top, bake the spanakopita for an additional 10 minutes until the top is golden brown.
Ingredients
2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
1 leek, chopped
480 g spinach
200 g full fat cream cheese
200 g feta, crumbled
100 g medium cheddar, grated
50 g fresh, dill chopped
1.5 tsp ground cinnamon
0.25 tsp ground nutmeg
Salt and ground black pepper to taste
50 g filo, shredded
Equipment
saucepanlidbowloven safe dish
Tips
If adding shredded filo on top, bake the spanakopita for an additional 10 minutes until the top is golden brown.