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Tyropites

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These traditional Greek Tyropites are the ultimate comfort appetizer, featuring a luscious filling of ricotta and sharp feta cheese wrapped in paper-thin, buttery filo dough. The combination of creamy ricotta and salty feta creates a perfect balance of flavors, while the layers of filo bake into a shatteringly crisp, golden exterior. They are incredibly satisfying as a warm starter, perfect for sharing at parties, potlucks, or as a light lunch. The addition of nutmeg adds a subtle aromatic warmth that complements the cheese beautifully. Easy to assemble and bake, these cheese puffs are a crowd-pleaser that brings a taste of the Mediterranean to your table. Serve them fresh out of the oven for the best texture.
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 60
Calories: 872.3
Dietary: Vegetarian
Description
These traditional Greek Tyropites are the ultimate comfort appetizer, featuring a luscious filling of ricotta and sharp feta cheese wrapped in paper-thin, buttery filo dough. The combination of creamy ricotta and salty feta creates a perfect balance of flavors, while the layers of filo bake into a shatteringly crisp, golden exterior. They are incredibly satisfying as a warm starter, perfect for sharing at parties, potlucks, or as a light lunch. The addition of nutmeg adds a subtle aromatic warmth that complements the cheese beautifully. Easy to assemble and bake, these cheese puffs are a crowd-pleaser that brings a taste of the Mediterranean to your table. Serve them fresh out of the oven for the best texture.
Ingredients
  • 1/2 pound Ricotta or cream cheese
  • 1/2 pound Feta cheese; crumbled
  • 2 Eggs; lightly beaten
  • 1 tablespoon All-purpose flour
  • 1 pn Salt (optional)
  • 1/2 teaspoon Grated nutmeg
  • 1/3 cup Butter; melted
  • 1 pound Commercial filo sheets
Directions
  1. 1
    Preheat oven to 350&# 194;°F (175°C).
  2. 2
    In a medium bowl, combine ricotta (or cream cheese), crumbled feta, beaten eggs, flour, salt (if needed), nutmeg, and 3 tablespoons of the melted butter. Mix until smooth and well combined.
  3. 3
    Unroll the filo dough and cover it with a damp towel to prevent drying out. Cut the stack of sheets in half lengthwise so each piece is approximately 11 inches wide.
  4. 4
    Take one sheet of filo and brush it lightly with some of the remaining melted butter.
  5. 5
    Place 1 teaspoon of the cheese filling at one corner of the filo sheet, about 1 inch from the edge.
  6. 6
    Fold the corner over the filling to form a right angle triangle. Continue folding the sheet back and forth in a triangular accordion style until you reach the end of the sheet.
  7. 7
    Repeat with the remaining filo sheets and filling, brushing each sheet with butter as you go. Place the formed triangles on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  8. 8
    Brush the tops of the triangles with the remaining melted butter.
  9. 9
    Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown and crisp. Turn the baking sheet halfway through baking for even browning.
  10. 10
    Remove from oven and serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 60

Amount Per Serving
Calories 872.3kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 89.2g138%
Saturated Fat 56.3g282%
Cholesterol 238.3mg80%
Sodium 98773.9mg4116%
Total Carbohydrate 7.3g3%
Dietary Fiber 0.2g1%
Sugars 3.5g
Protein 12.3g25%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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