Classic Tyropita

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Adım adım

1. 1

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

   Yaklaşık 10 dk.

2. 2

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

   Yaklaşık 3 dk.

   Aşçının notu: 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.

   Yaklaşık 1 dk.

4. 4

   Carefully unroll the phyllo dough.

   Aşçının notu: 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.

   Yaklaşık 1 dk.

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.

   Yaklaşık 5 dk.

   Aşçının notu: Ensure good coverage with butter for a flaky result.

8. 8

   Spread the cheese mixture evenly over the layered phyllo.

   Yaklaşık 2 dk.

9. 9

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

   Yaklaşık 5 dk.

10. 10

    Trim any excess phyllo from the edges of the dish.

    Yaklaşık 1 dk.

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.

    Yaklaşık 2 dk.

    Aşçının notu: This helps with serving and prevents cracking.

12. 12

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

    Yaklaşık 40 dk.

    Aşçının notu: 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.

    Yaklaşık 10 dk.

    Aşçının notu: This allows the filling to set and prevents it from crumbling.