Romanian · Romania
Traditional Romanian Cheese Pie (Plăcintă cu Brânză)
A flaky, layered pastry filled with a rich blend of aged sheep cheese and herbs
60 minutes8 servings

Ingredients
Method
- In a large bowl, mix flour and salt
- Cut cold butter into flour until crumbly
- Gradually add water and egg, mixing until dough forms
- Knead 10 minutes, then rest 30 minutes
- Roll out dough, cut into circles
- Place cheese mixture in centers
- Fold edges over filling, seal well
- Brush with egg wash, bake at 200°C for 25-30 minutes