How to Make Traditional Bosnian Pie

ground meat

🥗Healthier: lean turkey

💰Cheaper: cooked lentils

Lentils provide a protein-rich, cost-effective alternative.

phyllo dough

🥗Healthier: whole wheat pastry dough

💰Cheaper: homemade dough

Whole wheat adds fiber, while homemade can reduce costs.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is heart-healthy, and margarine is often less expensive.

cheese

🥗Healthier: cottage cheese

💰Cheaper: ricotta

Cottage cheese is lower in fat, while ricotta is often cheaper.

Prepare the dough by mixing flour, sunflower oil, a pinch of salt, and water.

Boil some water with a little salt and butter to pour over the pie after baking.

Bake the pie for at least 5 minutes at the highest temperature, then lower it to 180°C and bake until nicely golden.

Cooking Techniques

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