Description
Delicious and savory Spinach and Ricotta Rolls made with flaky puff pastry filled with a flavorful mixture of sautéed spinach, creamy ricotta, Parmesan cheese, and aromatic herbs. Perfect as a warm appetizer or a tasty snack, these easy-to-make rolls are ideal for Italian-inspired meals or lunchboxes.
Ingredients
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Filling Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 10 oz (300g) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 egg, lightly beaten (plus 1 extra for egg wash)
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Pastry
- 2 sheets puff pastry, thawed
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prepare for baking the rolls.
- Sauté Aromatics: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the finely chopped onion and cook for 3 to 4 minutes until softened. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add Spinach: Add the thawed and drained chopped spinach to the skillet and cook for 2 minutes just to warm through. Remove from heat and allow the mixture to cool slightly before mixing with other ingredients.
- Make Filling: In a large bowl, combine the cooled spinach mixture with ricotta cheese, grated Parmesan, 1 beaten egg, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients form a uniform filling.
- Prepare Puff Pastry: On a lightly floured surface, lay out the two puff pastry sheets. Cut each sheet lengthwise in half to create four strips in total.
- Fill and Roll: Evenly divide the spinach and ricotta filling along one edge of each pastry strip. Roll each strip tightly to enclose the filling, then place seam side down on the prepared baking sheet.
- Apply Egg Wash: Beat the remaining egg and brush the tops of each roll to give a beautiful golden finish when baked.
- Slice and Arrange: Cut each roll into 4 pieces, resulting in 16 rolls total. Space them evenly on the baking sheet, ready to bake.
- Bake: Bake the rolls in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the puff pastry is puffed and golden brown.
- Cool and Serve: Let the rolls cool slightly once out of the oven. Serve warm or at room temperature as a delightful appetizer or snack.
Notes
- You can substitute fresh spinach instead of frozen; just sauté and chop fresh spinach before incorporating into the filling.
- These rolls are versatile and taste great served warm or at room temperature, making them excellent for party appetizers or lunchbox treats.
