Taste of Israel - Bourekas

mozzarella cheese

🥗Healthier: part-skim mozzarella

💰Cheaper: provolone cheese

Part-skim mozzarella reduces calories while maintaining stretch.

feta cheese

🥗Healthier: cottage cheese

💰Cheaper: ricotta cheese

Cottage cheese offers a similar tang with fewer calories.

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).

Roll out phyllo dough on a clean surface.

Cut phyllo dough into squares or rectangles.

Brush each piece with olive oil to prevent sticking.

Spread a layer of tomato sauce on the dough.

Sprinkle mozzarella cheese evenly over the sauce.

Add diced spinach on top.

Sprinkle oregano, black pepper, and salt over the filling.

Fold the dough over to create a triangle or rectangle shape.

Seal the edges by pressing firmly with a fork.

Brush the tops with beaten egg for a golden finish.

Sprinkle red pepper flakes for added spice, if desired.

Place bourekas on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and crispy.

Remove from oven and let cool slightly before serving.

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