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Albanian Byrek with Custard Filling Using a Different Baking Method
A traditional Albanian baked pastry filled with a rich and creamy custard-like mixture of eggs, milk, and butter, known for its golden crust and smooth filling, prepared using a slow-bake technique to enhance texture and flavor.
Ingredients
Method
- Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
- In a bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, melted butter, salt, nutmeg, cinnamon, and vanilla extract.
- Lay a sheet of phyllo dough in the prepared dish and brush with melted butter.
- Pour the egg mixture over the phyllo dough.
- Top with another layer of phyllo dough, brush with butter, and repeat until all phyllo is used.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes or until golden brown and set, checking periodically to avoid over-browning.
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