Albanian homemade dishes in English. Pite me djath/Burek

feta cheese

🥗Healthier: cottage cheese

💰Cheaper: ricotta cheese

Cottage cheese is lower in fat and calories.

phyllo dough

🥗Healthier: whole wheat pastry dough

💰Cheaper: homemade dough

Whole wheat adds fiber; homemade can save costs.

Measure out 4 cups of flour into a large bowl.

Make a well in the flour and add 1 heaping tablespoon of salt.

Pour in 1.5 cups of warm water gradually, incorporating the flour until a dough forms.

Knead the dough until smooth, then shape it into a log and cut into segments.

Roll each segment into a ball and coat in avocado oil, letting them sit for about 20 minutes.

For the filling, mix 2 tablespoons of Greek yogurt, crumbled feta cheese, 2 tablespoons of sour cream, and heavy cream until thick.

Flatten each dough ball into a circle, applying pressure to keep it thin.

Add a spoonful of filling and roll the dough to create layers, sealing the edges.

Brush the top with remaining oil and place in a stainless steel pan.

Bake at 500°F for 10 minutes, then reduce to 375°F for another 30 minutes.

Cover with a lid after baking to soften the crust.

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