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Mini Placinta Dobrogeana Bites

Name: Mini Placinta Dobrogeana Bites
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 12 servings
Cuisine: Romanian
Ingredients: 1 cup all-purpose flour; 1/4 cup unsalted butter, cold; 1/4 cup vegetable shortening; 1/2 tsp salt; 1/4 cup milk; 1/2 cup grated cheese (like feta or mozzarella); 1 egg; 1/4 cup milk for brushing

Smaller, bite-sized versions of the traditional Romanian cheese pastry, perfect for parties or snacks.

40 minutes12 servings

Method

Mix flour, salt, butter, and shortening until crumbly. Add milk to form a dough. Knead and let rest for 30 minutes.
Roll out the dough and cut into small circles. Place a small amount of cheese on each circle.
Fold the dough over the cheese, seal the edges, and place on a baking sheet.
Brush with egg and milk mixture. Bake at 180°C (350°F) for 15-20 minutes until golden.

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