SPINACH, FETA AND SUNDRIED TOMATO CHRISTMAS TREE

WHAT IS THE ORIGIN OF THE CHRISTMAS TREE?

Missionaries designated pine trees as symbolic of Christianity due to the tree’s triangular shape (representing the Father, Son and Holy Spirit). Much later, in 1789, the first mention of a Christmas tree was made in England, and in 1800, Queen Charlotte – of German descent and the wife of King George III – erected a Christmas tree in Windsor to reminisce about her nostalgia and childhood. However, it was only after 1840, when Prince Albert erected a Christmas tree for Queen Victoria at Windsor Castle, that this practice became more popular – initially among snobbish followers of the royals who imitated everything Queen Victoria did, and later among the middle class.

Over the years, the meaning of Christmas tree decorations has evolved and producers of Christmas ornaments have commercialized the practice. In earlier years, trees were adorned with fruits, gingerbread cookies and sweets. The tree was also illuminated with candles – not only for decorative purposes but also to symbolize Christ as the “Light of the World.”

Yield: 8 portions

+-45 minutes

FILLING

  • 200 g baby spinach, washed
  • 30 ml water
  • 200 g feta cheese, crumbled
  • 150 g sundried tomato, roughly chopped
  • zest of 1 lemon,
  • 3 sprigs of thyme, leaves removed
  • 20 g parmesan, finely grated
  • salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1 large egg, beaten

ASSEMBLY

  • Christmas tree and star template, cut out
  • 2 x 400 g puff pastry rolls, defrosted
  • Bread flour for dusting
  • Water for sealing
  • 1 large egg, beaten

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