Greek Tiropitas

By JimMac

"Layers of buttered phyllo dough are stuffed with a yummy cheese filling. This is a fairly easy Greek recipe that has been passed down in my family. It is delightful to have at parties as an appetizer or side dish. enjoy!"

Ingredients

• 1 (16 ounce) container small curd cottage
• cheese
• 5 eggs, beaten
• 8 ounces feta cheese, crumbled
• 1 cup butter, melted
• 1 (16 ounce) package frozen phyllo
• pastry, thawed in refrigerator

Preparation

Step 1

1. Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
2. In a large bowl, mix together the cottage cheese, eggs and feta cheese until well blended. Brush melted butter onto one sheet of phyllo dough at a time, and layer them in the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish until you have 7 sheets. Let the sheets rest up against the sides of the dish as well. Spread the cheese mixture over the phyllo layers, then repeat the process with 7 more sheets, tucking in the sides around the edges.
3. Bake for about 30 minutes in the preheated oven, until golden brown and crisp. Cut into squares and serve warm.