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Banitsa

Cultural Context

Banitsa is a traditional Bulgarian pastry, often enjoyed during holidays and celebrations. It symbolizes prosperity and is commonly served at New Year's and Christmas. This savory dish has many regional variations, with fillings ranging from cheese to pumpkin, making it a beloved staple in Bulgarian cuisine.

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6 servings
Servings4
1 lb phyllo dough
4 large eggs
8 oz feta cheese
1 cup yogurt
1/2 cup butter
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 cup parsley
1/4 cup water

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

1

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

2

In a mixing bowl, combine eggs, crumbled feta cheese, yogurt, baking powder, salt, and black pepper.

3

Melt butter in a small saucepan over low heat.

4

Lay one sheet of phyllo dough on a clean surface and brush lightly with melted butter.

5

Place another sheet of phyllo on top and brush with more butter.

6

Spoon a portion of the cheese mixture onto the bottom edge of the phyllo.

7

Fold the sides of the phyllo over the filling and roll it up tightly into a log.

8

Repeat the process with remaining phyllo and filling, placing the rolls in a greased baking dish.

9

Brush the top of the banitsa with any remaining melted butter.

10

Bake in the preheated oven for 30-40 minutes, until golden brown.

11

Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before slicing.

12

Serve warm, garnished with chopped parsley.

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