Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
12 unit

phyllo pastry

125 g

butter

melted

4 unit

eggs

beaten

500 g

yoghurt

Bulgarian

250 g

white cheese

crumbled

200 ml

milk

1 pinch

baking soda

Step 1
~3 min

Prepare the cheese filling by beating eggs and baking soda.

Step 2
~3 min

Add crumbled white cheese and yogurt to the egg mixture and combine well.

Step 3
~3 min

Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).

Step 4
~3 min

Grease the bottom of a round pan with butter.

Step 5
~3 min

Lay one sheet of phyllo pastry in the pan.

Step 6
~3 min

Dot with small cubes of butter and spread a layer of the cheese filling.

Step 7
~3 min

Roll the sheet into a spiral and place it in the center of the pan.

Step 8
~3 min

Repeat the process with the remaining phyllo sheets, connecting each spiral to the previous one.

Step 9
~3 min

Pour milk over the spiral.

Step 10
~3 min

Bake for 45-50 minutes until golden brown.

Step 11
~3 min

Remove from oven and brush the surface with water.

Step 12
~3 min

Cover with a cloth and let it cool slightly before serving.

Step 13
~3 min

Serve with a side of plain yogurt.

Step 14
~3 min

(Lazy Way) Grease a pan with butter.

Step 15
~3 min

Place the first 3 sheets, spread butter on top sheet, then 1/3 of filling.

Step 16
~3 min

Place 2 sheets, spread with butter then 1/3 of filling

Step 17
~3 min

Top with 2 more sheets and butter, spread the remaining filling

Step 18
~3 min

Cover filling with last phyllo sheets

Step 19
~3 min

Cut into squares, pour milk over the squares

Step 20
~3 min

Bake at 180 C (350 F) for 45-50 minutes

Step 21
~3 min

Remove from oven and brush the surface with water.

Step 22
~3 min

Cover with cloth, then let cool and serve with plain yogurt

Pro Tips & Suggestions

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.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be prepared a day in advance and baked before serving.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side of yogurt.

Pair with a fresh salad.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Fresh salad
Tomato soup

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Bulgaria

Cultural Significance

A traditional dish often served for breakfast or special occasions.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Christmas
Easter

Occasion Tags

Breakfast
Brunch
Holiday
Special Occasion

Popularity Score

75/100

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