25 GREEK FOODS You Must Try! - From Bougatsa & Souvlaki to Lamb Chops 🇬🇷

feta cheese

🥗Healthier: ricotta

💰Cheaper: cottage cheese

Ricotta offers a similar texture with fewer calories.

custard

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk + cornstarch

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess.

ground meat

🥗Healthier: lentils

💰Cheaper: chickpeas

Lentils provide protein and fiber at a lower cost.

phyllo pastry

🥗Healthier: whole wheat pastry

💰Cheaper: homemade dough

Whole wheat adds nutrients and homemade can be more affordable.

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat.

Mix sugar, eggs, and vanilla in a bowl until smooth.

Add milk gradually while stirring to create a custard mixture.

Cook the mixture over low heat until thickened, about 10 minutes.

Remove from heat and let cool slightly.

Layer phyllo pastry sheets in a greased baking dish, brushing each layer with melted butter.

Spread the custard evenly over the phyllo layers.

Top with more phyllo sheets, again brushing with butter.

Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown, about 30-35 minutes.

Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes.

Dust with powdered sugar and cinnamon before serving.

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