Tiropita (Greek Cheese Pie)

Ingredients

• 1 package phyllo dough, thawed
• 1 1/2 cups crumbled feta cheese
• 1 cup cottage or ricotta cheese
• 3 large eggs, beaten
• 2 tbsp fresh mint or dill (optional)
• 1/2 cup melted butter, for brushing

Instructions

1. 1Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. 2Mix the feta, cottage cheese, eggs, and herbs together until combined.
3. 3Layer half the phyllo sheets in a buttered baking dish, brushing each with melted butter.
4. 4Spread the cheese filling evenly over the phyllo, then layer the remaining sheets on top, brushing each with butter.
5. 5Score the top into squares and bake for 30–35 minutes, until golden and puffed.
6. 6Cool 10 minutes before cutting along the scored lines.

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