Weight Watchers Addictive Spinach Stuffed Pastry Recipe
Ingredients:
- 1 sheet of reduced-fat puff pastry, thawed
- 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
- 1/2 cup reduced-fat cream cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cooking spray
Instructions:
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with cooking spray.
- Prepare Spinach Mixture: In a skillet, sauté the chopped spinach over medium heat until wilted, about 2-3 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- Mix Filling: In a mixing bowl, combine the wilted spinach, reduced-fat cream cheese, grated Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper. Stir until well combined.
- Prepare Puff Pastry: Roll out the thawed puff pastry sheet onto a lightly floured surface. Cut the pastry into squares or rectangles, depending on your preference and the size of your pastry sheet.
- Fill Pastry: Place a spoonful of the spinach and cheese mixture onto one half of each pastry square or rectangle, leaving a small border around the edges.
- Fold and Seal: Fold the other half of the pastry over the filling to create a pocket. Use a fork to press the edges together to seal the pastry.
- Bake: Place the stuffed pastries onto the prepared baking sheet. Lightly spray the tops of the pastries with cooking spray. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the pastries are golden brown and puffed up.
- Serve: Remove the pastries from the oven and let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy these addictive spinach stuffed pastries as a delicious appetizer, snack, or light meal!
Note: Feel free to customize this recipe by adding other ingredients such as diced onions, mushrooms, or sun-dried tomatoes to the spinach mixture for extra flavor.
Enjoy: Delight in the savory and satisfying flavors of these Weight Watchers Addictive Spinach Stuffed Pastries guilt-free, knowing that each bite is a delicious and wholesome choice for your healthy eating journey.
