Traditional Greek Leek Pie with Homemade Phyllo Dough

feta cheese

🥗Healthier: ricotta

💰Cheaper: cottage cheese

Ricotta is lower in fat while cottage cheese is more affordable.

phyllo dough

🥗Healthier: whole wheat pastry dough

💰Cheaper: store-bought pie crust

Whole wheat adds fiber, while pie crust is often cheaper.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point, while canola is more economical.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil is dairy-free and adds flavor, while margarine is less expensive.

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

Clean and slice the leeks, then rinse thoroughly to remove grit.

Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat, add leeks and onion, and sauté until softened, about 5-7 minutes.

Remove from heat and let cool slightly.

In a bowl, mix feta cheese, eggs, parsley, dill, salt, black pepper, and nutmeg until well combined.

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

Spread half of the phyllo layers in the dish, allowing edges to hang over.

Add the leek mixture evenly over the phyllo.

Top with the remaining phyllo layers, folding edges over the filling.

Brush the top layer with more melted butter.

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

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

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