Classic Tyropita

Pregătirea ingredientelor

Ingrediente

Mod de preparare

Pas cu pas

1. 1

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

   Aproximativ 10 min.

2. 2

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

   Aproximativ 3 min.

   Nota bucătarului: 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.

   Aproximativ 1 min.

4. 4

   Carefully unroll the phyllo dough.

   Nota bucătarului: 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.

   Aproximativ 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.

   Aproximativ 5 min.

   Nota bucătarului: Ensure good coverage with butter for a flaky result.

8. 8

   Spread the cheese mixture evenly over the layered phyllo.

   Aproximativ 2 min.

9. 9

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

   Aproximativ 5 min.

10. 10

    Trim any excess phyllo from the edges of the dish.

    Aproximativ 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.

    Aproximativ 2 min.

    Nota bucătarului: This helps with serving and prevents cracking.

12. 12

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

    Aproximativ 40 min.

    Nota bucătarului: 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.

    Aproximativ 10 min.

    Nota bucătarului: This allows the filling to set and prevents it from crumbling.