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Spinach Feta Bites

1/2 of a 10-ounce package frozen chopped spinach (thawed and squeezed dry)
6 ounces Feta cheese, crumbled, divided use
1/4 cup reduced-fat ricotta or cottage cheese
2 tablespoons green onions (finely chopped)
1/2 tablespoons dried oregano leaves
Salt and ground pepper
1 large egg
24 mini pastry shells

1. Mix spinach with 4-ounces Feta, ricotta, onions and oregano; season with salt and pepper. Stir in egg.
2. Fill pastry shells with mixture; sprinkle with remaining feta cheese.
3. Bake on cookie sheet at 325° F until browned, about 20 minutes.

Makes 12 (2 per serving).

TIP: Filling can be made a day in advance.

Calories per serving: 96; Protein: 4.3 g Fat: 5.6 g Carbohydrate: 24 g

Recipe provided courtesy of the American Dairy Association.