Description

Whether you enjoy these as an appetizer or a meal, you and those you serve them to will love them. They are little pockets of cheesy goodness in a flaky crust.

Ingredients

• Dough:
• 2 3/4 c. all-purpose flour
• 2 t. salt
• pinch paprika
• 1 c. warm water
• 3/4 c. butter, melted
• Filling:
• 1 T. butter
• 2 T. olive oil
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 t. red chile powder
• 8 oz. fresh spinach, stems removed and thinly sliced
• 1 c. ricotta
• 8 oz. mozzarella, shredded
• 2 T. Parmesan, grated
• salt and pepper, to taste
• Topping:
• 1 egg yolk beaten with a splash of water

Steps

1. In a large bowl, combine flour, salt, and paprika. Slowly pour in the water and melted butter while stirring to make a smooth, cohesive dough. Cover; refrigerate 2 hours.
2. In a medium saucepan, heat butter and olive oil over medium high heat. When butter is melted, cook garlic and red chile powder just until fragrant, 30 seconds - 1 minute.
3. Stir in spinach; cook until wilted. Remove from heat and cool slightly. Stir in the salt and pepper, ricotta, mozzarella, and Parmesan cheeses.