Spinach & Feta Hand Pies

I love spinach & feta together.  They're a match made in heaven.  These hand pies are so delicious - perfect for the whole family!

INGREDIENTS

2 frozen puff pastry sheets (from a 17-ounce package)
3 eggs, slightly beaten
1 tablespoon water
3⁄4-1 cup crumbled feta cheese
1 (10 ounce) packagechopped spinach, thawed and well drained (squeeze out any excess
moisture with hands)
1 small onion, finely chopped
3 Tbsp chopped fresh parsley
1⁄2 tsp ground black pepper (or to taste)
1 pinch cayenne pepper (optional and to taste)

 

DIRECTIONS

  • Thaw the puff pastry at room temperature for 40 minutes.

  • Set oven to 400 degrees F.

  • Lightly grease a baking sheet.

  • In a small cup or bowl whisk together 1 egg with water; set aside.

  • In another bowl mix together 2 eggs, feta cheese, spinach, onion, parsley and black pepper.

  • Unfold the pastry sheets on a lightly floured surface.

  • Roll each sheet into a 12-inch square.

  • Cut each into 4 large circles.

  • Place about 6 tablespoons spinach/cheese mixture in the middle of each square.

  • Brush the edges with egg mixture.

  • Place a cut out circle on top.

  • Crimp edges to seal. Place on a baking sheet, and brush tops with remaining egg mixture.

  • Bake for about 20 minutes or until golden.