Classic Tyropita

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1. 1

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

   Cirka 10 min

2. 2

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

   Cirka 3 min

   Kockens tips: 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.

   Cirka 1 min

4. 4

   Carefully unroll the phyllo dough.

   Kockens tips: 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.

   Cirka 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.

   Cirka 5 min

   Kockens tips: Ensure good coverage with butter for a flaky result.

8. 8

   Spread the cheese mixture evenly over the layered phyllo.

   Cirka 2 min

9. 9

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

   Cirka 5 min

10. 10

    Trim any excess phyllo from the edges of the dish.

    Cirka 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.

    Cirka 2 min

    Kockens tips: This helps with serving and prevents cracking.

12. 12

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

    Cirka 40 min

    Kockens tips: 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.

    Cirka 10 min

    Kockens tips: This allows the filling to set and prevents it from crumbling.