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Prespa Lake Cheese Stuffed Pastries

Classic Albanian dish with cheese from Prespa Lake in layered pastry

55 minutes8 servings
Prespa Lake Cheese Stuffed Pastries
Photo: SualdoDino · CC BY-SA 4.0

Ingredients

Method

  1. Combine flour, milk, butter, and salt to create a soft dough. Let rest for 20 minutes.
  2. In a bowl, mix cheese with egg, baking powder, and salt.
  3. Roll out the dough into thin sheets, dust with semolina, and cut into circles.
  4. Place cheese filling on each circle, fold into half-moons, and seal edges.
  5. Bake at 190°C (375°F) for 20-25 minutes until crisp and golden.

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