Tyropites Recipe – Eats Now

Name: Tyropites
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 lb. ricotta; cream cheese; 1/2 lb. feta cheese, crumbled; 2 eggs, lightly beaten; 1 tbsp. all-purpose flour; 1 dash salt (optional); 1/2 tsp. grated nutmeg (or more); 1 cup butter, melted; 3 tbsp. butter, melted; 1 lb. commercial filo sheets

Servings: persons

1/2 lb. ricotta
cream cheese
1/2 lb. feta cheese, crumbled
2 eggs, lightly beaten
1 tbsp. all-purpose flour
1 dash salt (optional)
1/2 tsp. grated nutmeg (or more)
1 cup butter, melted
3 tbsp. butter, melted
1 lb. commercial filo sheets

1
In a bowl combine the cheeses, eggs, flour, salt (unless the feta is already very salty) nutmeg, and 3 tbsp.
2
butter.
3
Cover the bowl and chill several hours or overnight, removing from the refrigerator an hour before using.
4
Cut the filo into thirds (3x11 inches).
5
Pile up the filo, covering it with waxed paper and a damp towel.
6
Take out one sheet at a time and keep the rest covered.
7
Butter the filo, one sheet at a time, using a pastry brush and the 1 cup melted butter.
8
Place 1 tsp.
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of the filling 1 inch from the end nearest you.
10
Fold the filo back over the filling so the bottom edge meets the left edge, forming a right angle.
11
Continue folding back at right angles to make the triangular shape.
12
Bake in a moderate oven (350F) for 20 to 25 minutes or until golden and crisp, turning once.
13
Serve hot.

894

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 lb. ricotta, cream cheese, 1/2 lb. feta cheese, crumbled, 2 eggs, lightly beaten, and more.

Yes, Tyropites falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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