Greek Savory Cheese Delight

Every now and then, you stumble upon a dish that just screams “comfort food” from the first bite, and let me tell you, this Greek Savory Cheese Delight is exactly that. Imagine a cheesy, savory pastry that’s somehow light enough to make you feel like you could eat it breakfast, lunch, and dinner. This recipe is all about tangy feta clinging to flaky layers of phyllo, and it’s the kind of special that’ll have you tagging your fridge door with sticky notes for a last-minute weeknight dinner or a Saturday morning brunch.

Now, I’ve got to say, this cheese delight has my family wrapped around its cheesy little finger. One day, my husband stumbled into the kitchen while I was whipping it up, curious about what that divine smell was. Next thing you know, he’s pulling a chair up at the counter, declaring this cheesy goodness his new favorite. It’s even converted a picky eater in the form of my son, who generally believes cheese was invented just so it could be a standalone meal. Seriously, it’s turned family potlucks into Greek pastry o’clock.

How to Make It

First things first, preheat that oven. You’ll want it hot and ready at 375°F—like a pizza night, but cheesier. Get your phyllo dough out, because nobody likes a torn phyllo situation, but trust me, a little tear here and there just adds to the charm. Melt some butter (I always wind up spilling half because I’m forever clumsy), and lay down your phyllo sheets, brushing each with butter like you’re tucking them in snugly for the night. Mix up some feta, ricotta, and a bit of nutmeg, like it’s the secret ingredient in your cooking high drama. Layer it all up and let the oven do its magic.

✔Ingredient Notes

– Feta Cheese: The tangy heart of this recipe. Don’t go skimping on this. Once used goat cheese by mistake—let’s say, not quite the same.
– Phyllo Dough: Those delicate sheets can be tricky. Get them a bit thawed or you’ll be picking dough bits everywhere.
– Ricotta: Makes everything creamy and happy. That one time I forgot it, and all I heard was, “It’s good but not the same.”

✔Recipe Steps

1. Preheat oven to 375°F.
2. Melt butter in a small saucepan.
3. Layer a sheet of phyllo on a baking pan, brushing with butter. Repeat for 6 layers.
4. Mix feta, ricotta, egg, and spices in a bowl.
5. Spread cheese mixture over phyllo, and top with 6 more buttered sheets.
6. Bake for 25 minutes until golden.

What to Serve It With

✔Tips & Mistakes

✔Storage Tips

Pop the leftovers in the fridge, just covered in foil. Pro tip: Eating it cold is how you know you’ve made something truly great. It’s also secretly amazing warmed up for breakfast. Oh, it’s your kitchen; judge free zone here.

✔Variations and Substitutions

Want to mix it up? Add a handful of chopped spinach for a greens fix. Missing phyllo dough? Puff pastry swaps in, though it’s a different kind of yum. In a pinch, even a dollop of cream cheese in place of ricotta isn’t half bad.

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Greek Savory Cheese Delight

This delightful Greek cheese dish blends feta and kasseri cheeses with fresh herbs to create a savory treat perfect for sharing.

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Prep Time: 20 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 30 minutes minutes

Total Time: 50 minutes minutes

Servings: 4

Calories: 120kcal

Ingredients

 

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Main Ingredients

• ▢ 8 oz feta cheese
• ▢ 6 oz kasseri cheese grated
• ▢ 2 tbsp olive oil
• ▢ 1 tbsp fresh oregano chopped
• ▢ 0.5 tsp black pepper
• ▢ 0.25 tsp sea salt

Instructions

Preparation Steps

• Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
• In a bowl, combine crumbled feta cheese, grated kasseri cheese, olive oil, chopped oregano, black pepper, and sea salt.
• Transfer the mixture into a baking dish and spread evenly.
• Bake for 25 to 30 minutes until the cheese is golden and bubbly.
• Remove from oven and allow to cool slightly before serving.

Notes

Serve warm with fresh bread or as a savory appetizer for your Greek-themed meal.