Tiropita Greek Cheese Pie (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ For the Filling
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400g barrel aged Greek feta cheese
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150g garlic and herb cream cheese
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3 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
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4 tbsp Greek yogurt or sour cream
→ For the Pastry
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16 sheets phyllo pastry (plus extra in case needed)
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115g melted butter
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60ml club soda
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2 tbsp sesame seeds (optional)
# Instructions:
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Preheat the oven to 175°C with fan forced setting. Remove phyllo pastry from refrigerator to reach room temperature. Unwrap phyllo and cover with a slightly damp towel to prevent drying.
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Combine feta cheese, garlic and herb cream cheese, grated Parmesan and yogurt in a bowl. Use a pastry cutter or large fork to crumble the feta and thoroughly mix all ingredients together.
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Brush the baking pan with melted butter. Layer one sheet of phyllo over the base, allowing it to overhang the pan sides. Drizzle with melted butter. Add a second sheet over the first, drizzle with butter, then add a third sheet. Cover loosely while preparing the next step.
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Lay a sheet of phyllo on your work surface and drizzle with butter. Scatter some filling over it and place another sheet on top.
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Press down lightly with your hands. Drizzle with butter then scrunch the pastry into a concertina shape (pleat).
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Repeat the pleating process three more times to create four pleated phyllo strips. Place them in the pastry-lined pan and drizzle with more butter. Dip your hands in club soda and lightly spatter over the pastry, focusing on the edges.
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Fold the overhanging phyllo sheets over the top to cover the filling, lightly drizzling with butter between layers. Ensure you have three to four sheets of pastry layered on top.
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Score the top with a sharp knife to make slicing easier after baking. Drizzle with remaining butter and a little club soda. Scatter with sesame seeds and bake for 40-45 minutes until the pastry is golden and crisp.
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Allow to cool slightly before slicing. Serve as an appetizer, for lunch or as a savory snack.
# Notes:
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This classic Greek cheese pie (Tiropita) uses layers of flaky phyllo to create a crisp exterior with a rich, creamy cheese filling.