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Spinach, Cheese, and Sausage Packets

 1 package (10 oz.) frozen chopped spinach (thawed and squeezed dry)
 3/4 cup shredded fontina cheese
 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
 1/2 cup cooked crumbled pork sausage
 6 sheets filo dough (about 12 by 18 in.)
 1/3 cup butter or margarine
Step 1
1

Mix 1 package (10 oz.) frozen chopped spinach (thawed and squeezed dry) with 3/4 cup shredded fontina cheese, 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg, and 1/2 cup cooked crumbled pork sausage.

Step 2
2

Start with 6 sheets filo dough (about 12 by 18 in.) and 1/3 cup butter or margarine, melted. Lay 1 filo sheet flat (cover remaining filo with plastic wrap to prevent drying) and brush lightly with butter. Top with another filo sheet and brush lightly with more butter. Repeat to stack remaining filo.

Step 3
3

Cut filo stack into 6- by 12-inch strips. Divide filling among strips, mounding at one end; roll from filling end to enclose, tucking sides under. With seam down, gently transfer packets to a buttered baking sheet (11 by 14 in.).

Step 4
4

Bake in a 400° oven until golden brown all over, 13 to 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts

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Amount per serving
Calories398
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 30g39%

Saturated Fat 16g80%
Cholesterol 83mg28%
Sodium 790mg35%
Total Carbohydrate 18g7%

Dietary Fiber 1.5g6%
Protein 14g

* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.