Classic Tyropita

Mise-en-place

Ingrediënten

De bereidingswijze

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1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).

   Ongeveer 10 min

2. 2

   In a large bowl, combine the feta cheese, cottage cheese, large eggs, fresh parsley, and black pepper.

   Ongeveer 3 min

   Tip van de kok: Mash the cheeses together slightly to ensure an even distribution.

3. 3

   Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish with some of the melted butter.

   Ongeveer 1 min

4. 4

   Carefully unroll the phyllo dough.

   Tip van de kok: Keep the phyllo covered with a damp cloth while working to prevent it from drying out.

5. 5

   Lay one sheet of phyllo dough in the prepared baking dish, letting the excess hang over the sides.

   Ongeveer 1 min

6. 6

   Brush the phyllo sheet with melted butter.

7. 7

   Repeat this process, layering about 6-8 sheets of phyllo, brushing each with butter.

   Ongeveer 5 min

   Tip van de kok: Ensure good coverage with butter for a flaky result.

8. 8

   Spread the cheese mixture evenly over the layered phyllo.

   Ongeveer 2 min

9. 9

   Cover the cheese filling with another 6-8 sheets of phyllo dough, brushing each layer with melted butter.

   Ongeveer 5 min

10. 10

    Trim any excess phyllo from the edges of the dish.

    Ongeveer 1 min

11. 11

    Using a sharp knife, score the top layers of phyllo into serving-sized squares, being careful not to cut all the way through to the filling.

    Ongeveer 2 min

    Tip van de kok: This helps with serving and prevents cracking.

12. 12

    Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the tyropita is golden brown and puffed.

    Ongeveer 40 min

    Tip van de kok: If the top browns too quickly, you can loosely tent it with foil.

13. 13

    Remove from the oven and let it rest for at least 10 minutes before cutting and serving.

    Ongeveer 10 min

    Tip van de kok: This allows the filling to set and prevents it from crumbling.