Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 package of phyllo dough
- 1 cup of cottage cheese
- 1 cup of feta cheese
- 1 cup of spinach, chopped
- 4 eggs
- 1/2 cup of sugar
- 1/2 cup of oil
- 1/2 cup of milk
- 1 tsp of vanilla extract
- 1 tsp of baking powder
- 1/4 tsp of salt
Special equipment needed:
- 9x13 inch baking dish
- Pastry brush
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine the cottage cheese, feta cheese, spinach, eggs, sugar, oil, milk, vanilla extract, baking powder, and salt. Mix well.
3. Grease the baking dish with oil.
4. Take one sheet of phyllo dough and place it in the baking dish. Brush it with oil. Repeat with 5 more sheets.
5. Spread half of the cheese and spinach mixture over the phyllo dough.
6. Repeat step 4 with 6 more sheets of phyllo dough.
7. Spread the remaining cheese and spinach mixture over the phyllo dough.
8. Repeat step 4 with the remaining phyllo dough.
9. Brush the top layer with oil.
10. Bake for 45-50 minutes or until golden brown.
- Time:
Preparation time: 20 minutes
- Cooking time: 45-50 minutes
Temperature:
- 350°F
Serving size:
- 8-10 servings
Nutritional information:
- Calories: 385
- Fat: 24g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Protein: 13g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Cottage cheese can be substituted with ricotta cheese.
- Feta cheese can be substituted with goat cheese.
- Spinach can be substituted with kale or Swiss chard.
Variations:
- Add chopped walnuts or almonds to the cheese and spinach mixture.
- Add raisins or dried cranberries to the cheese and spinach mixture.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to brush each layer of phyllo dough with oil to prevent it from drying out.
- Let the gibanica cool for 10-15 minutes before serving.
Storage instructions:
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
- Reheat in the oven at 350°F for 10-15 minutes or until heated through.
Presentation ideas:
- Cut into squares and serve on a platter.
Garnishes:
- Sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley or dill.
Pairings:
- Serve with a side salad.
Suggested side dishes:
- Cucumber and tomato salad
- Roasted vegetables
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the phyllo dough tears, simply patch it up with another piece of phyllo dough.
Food safety advice:
- Make sure to cook the gibanica thoroughly to prevent any foodborne illnesses.
Food history:
- Međimurska gibanica is a traditional pastry from the Međimurje region of Croatia.
Flavor profiles:
- Savory, cheesy, and slightly sweet.
Serving suggestions:
- Serve as a main dish or as a side dish.
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Region: Croatian