Savory Spinach and Cheese Pop Pies

Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Savory Spinach and Cheese Pop Pies.

1. Step 1

   Start by heating a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the bacon.

2. Step 2

   Cook it, turning occasionally, until it becomes crispy and beautifully browned, which should take about 10 minutes.

3. Step 3

   Once done, drain the bacon on paper towels and chop it into rough pieces.

4. Step 4

   While the bacon is cooking, preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to get it ready for baking.

5. Step 5

   In a small frying pan, melt some butter over medium heat, then toss in the sliced mushrooms.

6. Step 6

   Sauté them until they’re tender and juicy, which should take around 5 minutes.

7. Step 7

   In a mixing bowl, combine the chopped bacon, cooked mushrooms, fresh spinach, creamy cottage cheese, and shredded Cheddar cheese.

8. Step 8

   Don’t forget to season the mixture with a pinch of salt and pepper to enhance the flavors.

9. Step 9

   Now, let’s work with the crescent dough! Take two triangles and press their edges together to form a rectangle.

10. Step 10

    Roll it out gently until it measures about 6x5 inches.

11. Step 11

    On one end of the dough, place a quarter of your delicious spinach mixture, leaving a 1/2-inch margin around the edges.

12. Step 12

    Fold the other end over the filling, then press down and crimp the edges with a fork to seal in all that goodness.

13. Step 13

    Repeat this delightful process with the remaining dough and filling.

14. Step 14

    Once you have all your pop pies ready, transfer them to an ungreased cookie sheet.

15. Step 15

    Pop them into your preheated oven and bake until they turn a lovely golden brown, which should take about 20 to 25 minutes.

16. Step 16

    Enjoy the wonderful aroma filling your kitchen as they bake!.