Spinach Cups

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1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F).

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2. 2

   Trim the crusts from the slices of bread.

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   Примітка кухаря: Use a serrated knife for the cleanest cuts.

3. 3

   Use a rolling pin to flatten each slice of bread until it is quite thin.

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4. 4

   Cut each flattened bread slice into four equal squares.

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5. 5

   Lightly coat a 24-cup mini muffin tin with cooking spray.

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6. 6

   Press one bread square into each cup of the muffin tin, forming a small cup shape.

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   Примітка кухаря: Use your fingers to gently mold the bread against the sides of the tin.

7. 7

   Bake for 6-8 minutes, or until the bread cups are lightly browned and crisp. Set aside.

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8. 8

   Squeeze the thawed spinach thoroughly to remove as much excess water as possible.

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   Примітка кухаря: You can press it between paper towels or squeeze it in a clean kitchen towel for best results.

9. 9

   Melt the butter in a skillet over medium heat.

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10. 10

    Add the finely chopped onion and sauté for 4-5 minutes until soft and translucent.

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11. 11

    Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.

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12. 12

    Add the dry spinach to the skillet, stirring to combine with the onion and heat through for 2 minutes. Remove from heat.

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13. 13

    In a medium bowl, mix together the softened cream cheese, diced pimento, hot sauce, salt, and pepper until smooth.

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    Примітка кухаря: Ensure the cream cheese is at room temperature for easier mixing.

14. 14

    Add the warm spinach mixture to the cream cheese bowl and stir until everything is well combined.

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15. 15

    Spoon about two teaspoons of the spinach filling into each baked bread cup.

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16. 16

    Return the filled cups to the oven and bake for 5 minutes, or until the filling is thoroughly heated.

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17. 17

    Let the spinach cups cool for a few minutes before removing from the tin and serving warm.

    Примітка кухаря: This helps them firm up and makes them easier to handle.