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Albanian Cheese Byrek

Name: Albanian Cheese Byrek
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Albanian
Ingredients: 1 sheet of phyllo dough; 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese; 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese; 1/4 cup milk; 1 egg; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; 1 tablespoon butter, melted

A flaky, layered pastry filled with a creamy cheese mixture, traditionally served with a side of yogurt or sour cream.

40 minutes4 servings

Method

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a bowl, mix feta, Parmesan, milk, egg, salt, and pepper.
Layer phyllo dough in a greased baking dish, brushing each layer with melted butter.
Spread the cheese mixture over the phyllo layers.
Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden and bubbly.

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