Follow these steps for perfect results
phyllo pastry
butter
melted
eggs
beaten
yoghurt
Bulgarian
white cheese
crumbled
milk
baking soda
Prepare the cheese filling by beating eggs and baking soda.
Add crumbled white cheese and yogurt to the egg mixture and combine well.
Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).
Grease the bottom of a round pan with butter.
Lay one sheet of phyllo pastry in the pan.
Dot with small cubes of butter and spread a layer of the cheese filling.
Roll the sheet into a spiral and place it in the center of the pan.
Repeat the process with the remaining phyllo sheets, connecting each spiral to the previous one.
Pour milk over the spiral.
Bake for 45-50 minutes until golden brown.
Remove from oven and brush the surface with water.
Cover with a cloth and let it cool slightly before serving.
Serve with a side of plain yogurt.
(Lazy Way) Grease a pan with butter.
Place the first 3 sheets, spread butter on top sheet, then 1/3 of filling.
Place 2 sheets, spread with butter then 1/3 of filling
Top with 2 more sheets and butter, spread the remaining filling
Cover filling with last phyllo sheets
Cut into squares, pour milk over the squares
Bake at 180 C (350 F) for 45-50 minutes
Remove from oven and brush the surface with water.
Cover with cloth, then let cool and serve with plain yogurt
Expert advice for the best results
Brush the phyllo pastry with melted butter for extra flakiness.
Use good quality white cheese for the best flavor.
Cover with a damp cloth after baking to keep it soft.
Everything you need to know before you start
15 minutes
Can be prepared a day in advance and baked before serving.
Serve warm, sliced into wedges.
Serve with a side of yogurt.
Pair with a fresh salad.
Crisp and refreshing to balance the richness of the banitsa.
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A traditional dish often served for breakfast or special occasions.
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