Cheese And Filo Pastry (balkan Delight: Banitsa)
Banitsa is a traditional Bulgarian pastry dish made with filo pastry and cheese, often enjoyed as a breakfast or snack. This recipe offers a delightful combination of savory flavors and a crispy texture, making it a popular choice for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 1 package filo pastry sheets
- 1 1/2 cups feta cheese, crumbled
- 1 cup plain yogurt
- 3 eggs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, mix the feta cheese, yogurt, and eggs until well combined.
- Brush a baking dish with melted butter.
- Layer 5 sheets of filo pastry in the dish, brushing each sheet with melted butter.
- Spread half of the cheese mixture over the pastry.
- Add another layer of 5 sheets of filo pastry, brushing each sheet with butter.
- Spread the remaining cheese mixture over the pastry.
- Top with the remaining filo pastry sheets, brushing each sheet with butter.
- Cut the banitsa into squares or triangles using a sharp knife.
- Bake for 40 minutes or until the pastry is golden brown and crispy.
- Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 40 minutes
- Total time:
- 1 hour
- Cooking method
- Oven
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 250 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 20g
- Protein
- 10g
- Fat
- 15g
Supplies
Baking dish Brush Sharp knife
Tools
Oven
Serving suggestions
Serve the banitsa warm with a dollop of yogurt and a sprinkle of fresh herbs.
Tips & tricks
For a variation, add spinach or leeks to the cheese mixture for a delicious twist on this classic dish.
Cost
$10