Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 lb phyllo dough
- 1 lb cottage cheese
- 1 lb sour cream
- 1 lb bacon, diced
- 1 lb mushrooms, sliced
- 6 eggs
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup butter, melted
Special equipment needed:
- 9x13 inch baking dish
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
2. In a large bowl, mix together cottage cheese, sour cream, eggs, sugar, salt, and vanilla extract until well combined.
3. In a skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove from skillet and set aside.
4. In the same skillet, add sliced mushrooms and sauté until tender. Remove from skillet and set aside.
5. Grease the baking dish with butter.
6. Lay one sheet of phyllo dough in the bottom of the baking dish and brush with melted butter.
7. Repeat with 5 more sheets of phyllo dough, brushing each layer with melted butter.
8. Spread half of the cottage cheese mixture over the phyllo dough.
9. Add a layer of cooked bacon on top of the cottage cheese mixture.
10. Add a layer of cooked mushrooms on top of the bacon.
11. Repeat with another layer of phyllo dough and butter, followed by the remaining cottage cheese mixture, bacon, and mushrooms.
12. Top with a final layer of phyllo dough and brush with melted butter.
13. Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until golden brown.
14. Let cool for 10-15 minutes before slicing and serving.
Time:
Preparation time: 30 minutes
Cooking time: 45-50 minutes
5. Temperature:
350°F
Serving size:
8-10 servings
Nutritional information:
Calories: 590
Fat: 38g
Carbohydrates: 42g
Protein: 18g
Sodium: 810mg
Sugar: 20g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Instead of bacon, you can use ham or sausage.
- Instead of mushrooms, you can use spinach or bell peppers.
Variations:
- You can add chopped onions or garlic to the cottage cheese mixture for extra flavor.
- You can add different types of cheese, such as feta or cheddar, to the cottage cheese mixture.
- You can add herbs, such as parsley or dill, to the cottage cheese mixture.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to brush each layer of phyllo dough with melted butter to prevent it from drying out.
- Let the gibanica cool for a few minutes before slicing to prevent it from falling apart.
- You can make the gibanica ahead of time and reheat it in the oven before serving.
Storage instructions:
- Store leftover gibanica in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
- To reheat, place the gibanica in a preheated oven at 350°F for 10-15 minutes, or until heated through.
Presentation ideas:
- Serve the gibanica on a platter with fresh herbs and sliced tomatoes.
Garnishes:
- Fresh herbs, such as parsley or dill.
Pairings:
- Serve with a side salad or roasted vegetables.
Suggested side dishes:
- Mixed green salad with vinaigrette dressing
- Roasted asparagus with lemon and garlic
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the phyllo dough tears, simply patch it up with another piece of phyllo dough and brush with melted butter.
Food safety advice:
- Make sure to cook the bacon and mushrooms thoroughly before adding them to the gibanica.
Food history:
- Međimurska gibanica is a traditional Croatian pastry made with layers of phyllo dough and a sweet cheese filling.
Flavor profiles:
- The gibanica has a savory and slightly sweet flavor, with a crispy phyllo dough crust and a creamy cheese filling.
Serving suggestions:
- Serve the gibanica as a main dish or as a side dish for brunch or dinner.
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Region: Croatian