Stuffed Phyllo Dough - Egyptian Golash Recipe

ground beef

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground chicken

Ground turkey is leaner, while ground chicken is often less expensive.

phyllo dough

🥗Healthier: whole wheat pastry dough

💰Cheaper: store-bought pie crust

Whole wheat adds fiber, while pie crust is more accessible.

cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: no cheese

Nutritional yeast provides a cheesy flavor without dairy.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is healthier, while margarine can be less expensive.

Preheat the oven to 400°F (204°C).

Melt butter or heat corn oil for brushing.

Brown the ground beef with onion, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and all spices.

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

Spread the browned ground beef mixture evenly over the phyllo layers.

Top with shredded cheddar if using, and add mozzarella cheese, chopped spinach, tomato, and jalapenos.

Cover with remaining phyllo dough, brushing each layer with butter or oil.

Bake for about 30 minutes until browned and cheese is melted.

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