Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
6 piece

phyllo dough

1 piece

tomatoes

sliced

0.25 cup

parmesan cheese

finely grated

0.66 cup

feta cheese

crumbled

12 leaves

fresh basil

torn

1 pinch

sea salt

1 pinch

fresh ground black pepper

2 tbsp

olive oil

1 unit

fresh basil

torn

Step 1
~3 min

Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.

Step 2
~3 min

Lay out one sheet of phyllo dough in a 9x13 inch baking dish or baking sheet.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 3
~3 min

Spray or brush a thin layer of olive oil over the phyllo sheet.

Step 4
~3 min

Repeat the layering and oiling process with the remaining 5 phyllo sheets.

Key Technique: Layering
Step 5
~3 min

Sprinkle Parmesan cheese evenly over the layered phyllo dough.

Step 6
~3 min

Spread tomato slices evenly over the phyllo dough.

Step 7
~3 min

Tear basil leaves and distribute them evenly over the pizza.

Step 8
~3 min

Season with sea salt and black pepper.

Step 9
~3 min

Drizzle with extra virgin olive oil (optional).

Step 10
~3 min

Bake for about 15 minutes, or until the feta cheese begins to brown.

Step 11
~3 min

If the edges brown too quickly, cover them with foil strips.

Step 12
~3 min

Garnish with fresh torn basil.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Use a high-quality olive oil for the best flavor.

Don't overbake the pizza, as the phyllo dough can burn easily.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 mins

Batch Cooking
Not Ideal
Make Ahead

Assemble the pizza ahead of time, but bake just 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 warm or at room temperature

Pairs well with a side salad

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Greek Salad
Hummus and Pita

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Mediterranean

Cultural Significance

Common ingredients and cooking styles reflect Mediterranean cuisine.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Lunch
Party
Summer

Popularity Score

65/100

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