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STRIFTI FILLO PIE SPINACH & CHEESE
Original price was: £8.99.£6.99Current price is: £6.99.
CHOC FUDGE CAKE 6"
£40.00
HANDMADE PIE CHEESE
Original price was: £8.99.£6.99Current price is: £6.99.
A traditional handmade “Zagorisia Village Cheese Big Pie” is a large, rustic Greek cheese pie (tiropita) from the Zagori region of Epirus, Greece. It is known for its authentic, handmade “village-style” phyllo dough and a rich, creamy cheese filling. Unlike the machine-made phyllo found in supermarkets, the village phyllo is thicker, softer, and rolled by hand, giving the pie a unique, rustic quality.Â
Taste and texture
- Crust:Â The top and bottom layers of village-style phyllo are brushed generously with olive oil to create a rich, golden, and slightly crispy crust.
- Filling: The pie is filled with a blend of traditional Greek cheeses, most notably tangy feta and creamy myzithra. Some versions may also include local kasseri or graviera for extra flavor.
- Hearty and savory:Â The filling is rich, savory, and substantial, making it a filling meal or snack. The quality of the handmade phyllo and the fresh cheeses sets it apart from mass-produced versions.Â
Ingredients
- Dough:Â Wheat flour, water, olive oil, and sometimes cornstarch, resulting in a flaky, handmade phyllo.
- Filling:Â A blend of cow, sheep, and goat milk cheeses is common, often including:
- Feta cheese:Â A staple Greek cheese, providing a salty and tangy flavor.
- Myzithra:Â A whey cheese that is creamy and tangy, balancing the stronger feta.
- Other cheeses: Regional variations may feature Epirus gruyere or kefalotiri.
- Binding agents:Â Eggs are used to bind the filling together.
- Fat:Â Extra virgin olive oil is typically used for both the filling and brushing the dough layers.Â
Preparation and serving
- Sold frozen:Â Most Zagorisia pies are sold frozen for convenience, and are baked from frozen to achieve the ideal texture.
- Preheat and bake:Â The pie is typically baked in an oven at a moderate temperature for around 40 minutes, or until the phyllo is golden brown.
- Serving suggestions:Â It can be served warm as a main meal, a hearty snack, or as part of a larger Mediterranean-style feast.Â
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