Ingredients

  • 1 Tbs. olive oil
  • 2 lbs. (2 large bunches) fresh spinach, stems removed (about 16 cups)
  • Salt as needed
  • 3 large eggs
  • 2 cups part-skim ricotta
  • 1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • 3 Tbs. chopped fresh cilantro
  • 2 Tbs. fresh chopped dill or 1/2 tsp. dill weed
  • 1/4 tsp. freshly ground black pepper

Method

  • Preheat oven to 350F.
  • Grease an 8 x 10-inch baking dish.
  • In large skillet, heat oil over medium heat.
  • Add spinach, salt lightly and cook until leaves wilt.
  • Transfer to a colander, press out and reserve 1/4 cup liquid.
  • Finely chop spinach.
  • In medium bowl, lightly beat eggs.
  • Add cheese, herbs, salt and pepper.
  • Add cooked spinach and reserved cooking liquid.
  • Pour into prepared baking dish and bake until set, about 45 minutes.
  • Let cool 5 minutes before serving.