MINI FETA SPINCETTA

This recipe received honorable mention in Athens Holiday Mini Fillo Shells Recipe Contest.

Ingredients

1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil
1-10 ounce package frozen spinach, thawed and drained
8 ounces Feta cheese
1/3 cup pancetta, finely diced
1/4 cup onion, small diced
1/2 teaspoon dill weed
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
30 Athens® Mini Fillo Shells (2 boxes)
8 Greek olives and 8 cherry tomatoes, cut in quarters, for garnish

In a food processor, combine olive oil, spinach and Feta cheese until well mixed. In a small skillet, brown pancetta over medium heat. Remove pancetta from pan and lightly saute onions in the rendered pancetta fat for 2 minutes. Fold pancetta and onions into the spinach mixture. Spoon 1 rounded tablespoon of filling into each Fillo Shell. Place on a cookie sheet and bake in preheated 350°F oven for 8-10 minutes. Garnish with olive and tomato. Serve immediately.

Tip: For added spiciness, sprinkle 2 tablespoons of small diced jalapeno peppers on filled Fillo Shells.