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Albanian Byrek with Potatoes and Cheese

Name: Albanian Byrek with Potatoes and Cheese
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: Albanian
Ingredients: 1 sheet of phyllo dough; 1/2 lb potatoes, peeled and grated; 1/2 cup grated cheese (such as feta or mozzarella); 1/4 cup chopped onions; 1/4 cup butter, melted; Salt and pepper to taste

A traditional Albanian baked pastry filled with a mixture of potatoes and cheese, known for its flaky crust and savory filling.

40 minutes6 servings

Albanian Byrek with Potatoes and Cheese — Photo: Visar Kola · CC BY-SA 4.0

Ingredients

1 sheet of phyllo dough
1/2 lb potatoes, peeled and grated
1/2 cup grated cheese (such as feta or mozzarella)
1/4 cup chopped onions
1/4 cup butter, melted
Salt and pepper to taste

Method

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
In a bowl, mix the grated potatoes, cheese, onions, salt, and pepper.
Lay a sheet of phyllo dough in the prepared dish and brush with melted butter.
Spread the potato mixture over the phyllo dough.
Top with another layer of phyllo dough, brush with butter, and repeat until all phyllo is used.
Bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.

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