Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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24
servings
2 cup

Muenster cheese

shredded

1 cup

Cheddar cheese

shredded

0.25 cup

fresh parsley

chopped

1 unit

egg

lightly beaten

1 dash

ground red pepper

16 oz

frozen phyllo pastry

thawed

1 cup

butter

melted

Step 1
~4 min

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 2
~4 min

In a bowl, combine shredded Muenster cheese, shredded Cheddar cheese, chopped fresh parsley, lightly beaten egg, and ground red pepper.

Step 3
~4 min

Thaw frozen phyllo pastry and unfold. Keep covered with a damp towel to prevent drying.

Step 4
~4 min

Place one sheet of phyllo on a flat surface and brush with melted butter.

Step 5
~4 min

Repeat layering with two more sheets of phyllo, brushing each with melted butter.

Key Technique: Layering
Step 6
~4 min

Cut the layered phyllo lengthwise into 1 1/2-inch strips.

Step 7
~4 min

Place a small amount of cheese mixture at the base of each strip.

Step 8
~4 min

Fold the bottom right corner over to form a triangle. Continue folding back and forth, pressing corners gently.

Key Technique: Folding
Step 9
~4 min

Repeat the layering, filling, and folding procedure with the remaining phyllo sheets, melted butter, and cheese mixture.

Key Technique: Folding
Step 10
~4 min

Brush all the triangles with the remaining melted butter.

Step 11
~4 min

Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 15 to 20 minutes, or until lightly golden brown.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Ensure the phyllo dough is thawed properly to prevent tearing.

Brush generously with butter for a golden and flaky crust.

Don't overfill the triangles to prevent the filling from oozing out during baking.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be assembled ahead of time and baked just before serving.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Moderate (cheesy, buttery)
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve warm.

Serve with a side of marinara sauce or tzatziki.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Greek salad
Hummus with pita bread

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Greece

Cultural Significance

Commonly served as part of a meze platter.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Holiday gatherings
Parties

Occasion Tags

Party
Holiday
Appetizer

Popularity Score

75/100

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