Description
Savory Bulgarian Banitsa embodies comfort and tradition, weaving layers of phyllo and cheese into a delightful morning experience. Crisp pastry and rich filling promise a delectable journey through Bulgarian culinary heritage you’ll savor with every delicious bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 7 ounces (200 grams) phyllo sheets
- 5 eggs
- 1/2 cup (100 grams) feta cheese, crumbled
Dairy Components:
- 1/2 cup (100 grams) butter, melted
Other Ingredients:
[No additional ingredients listed in the original recipe]
Instructions
- Prepare a clean workspace and preheat the oven to a moderate temperature of 350F (180C), ensuring the baking dish is generously coated with butter to prevent sticking.
- Create a rich, creamy filling by combining melted butter with crumbled feta cheese and whisked eggs, blending the ingredients until they form a smooth, cohesive mixture.
- Carefully unroll the delicate phyllo sheets, handling them gently to prevent tearing, and begin layering them systematically in the greased baking dish.
- Brush each gossamer-thin phyllo layer with the butter, cheese, and egg mixture, allowing the flavors to permeate and create a luxurious texture throughout the pastry.
- Continue layering and brushing until all phyllo sheets are used, taking care to distribute the mixture evenly and create a uniform appearance.
- Pour any remaining butter mixture over the final layer, ensuring complete coverage and maximum flavor absorption.
- Transfer the assembled banitsa to the preheated oven and bake until the top turns a rich, golden-brown color and the edges become crisp and slightly puffed, typically requiring 30-35 minutes of cooking time.
- Remove from the oven and allow the banitsa to rest briefly, letting the layers settle and the flavors meld before serving this traditional Bulgarian delicacy.
Notes
- Select high-quality, thin phyllo sheets to ensure a delicate, crispy texture that melts in your mouth.
- Gently brush each phyllo layer with butter to prevent dryness and create a rich, golden appearance.
- Work quickly when handling phyllo dough to prevent it from drying out and becoming brittle.
- For a lighter version, substitute some butter with olive oil and use reduced-fat feta cheese.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Bulgarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 210mg