BOUGATSA TIS TEBELAS (LAZY WOMAN'S CUSTARD PASTRY)
Bougatsa is a custard-filled pastry popular throughout Greece. It is a semolina-based custard layered in-between sheets of flaky, buttery filo. This version is the 'lazy woman's' (homecooking in Greece is nearly always cooked by mom) because it cuts out the need to make a custard. Instead, a sweet milk/egg mixture is poured over baked filo sheets and baked further until the milk soaks the bottom layer of filo pastry, turning it dough-like and achieving a kind of 'custard'. The whole is served sprinkled with icing sugar and dusted liberally with cinnamon. We love it.
Provided by evelynathens
Categories Dessert
Time 1h25m
Yield 16 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium-low heat. Once melted, continue to heat it another few minutes (anywhere from 4-5) until it turns a dark amber colour and becomes very fragrant (this is called beurre noisette). Immediately remove from heat.
- Preheat oven to 375F (190C).
- With your browned butter, generously butter first sheet of filo pastry, then, scrunch up the pastry as if you were making a paper fan (beauty is unimportant, but that is the overall shape you want to achieve - you should be able to do this quickly, no more than 30 seconds per sheet of filo). Lay buttered filo fan down lengthwise in an 18 X 10 inch baking pan. Continue the same way with the remaining sheets of filo, until you have completely filled your pan. If there are any gaps, fill these with your last sheets of buttered filo, torn to accommodate gaps. Pour any browned butter that may be left, over the pastry.
- Bake pastry in preheated oven until a dark, golden-brown colour, about 25-30 minutes.
- Meanwhile, in a large bowl, empty condensed milk and 2 1/2 times its container of hot water. Add milk, vanilla and lemon zest. Whisk to blend and add the eggs, whisking to blend. (It is important to add the eggs AFTER the addition of cold milk as the milk will cool off the hot water somewhat, so the eggs don't curdle).
- Pour the milk mixture over the filo pastry and continue to bake for another 45 minutes.
- The pastry is done when it appears quite 'set' when pressed upon gently - ie. no liquidy custard appears.
- Cut into 4 strips lengthwise and 4 strips crosswise, producing 16 pieces.
- Liberally sift icing sugar over pan and be generous with the cinnamon!
- You can serve this hot, warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 324.7, Fat 20, SaturatedFat 11.7, Cholesterol 95.2, Sodium 295.3, Carbohydrate 30.2, Fiber 0.5, Sugar 14.6, Protein 6.1
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Betty Precious
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of custard, but this bougatsa tis tabelas was delicious! The custard was light and fluffy, and the phyllo pastry was perfectly crispy. I would definitely make this again.
Paul Simmons
[email protected]This is the best bougatsa tis tabelas recipe I've ever tried! The custard is so smooth and creamy, and the phyllo pastry is perfectly crispy. I will definitely be making this again and again.
TONYanisicko
[email protected]I love this bougatsa tis tabelas! It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family and friends. The custard is creamy and delicious, and the phyllo pastry is crispy and flaky. I can't get enough of it.
Eric Mukundi
[email protected]This bougatsa tis tabelas is the perfect dessert for any occasion. It's easy to make and it's always a hit with my family and friends. The custard is creamy and delicious, and the phyllo pastry is crispy and flaky. I highly recommend this recipe!
Marlos Barnette
[email protected]I'm so glad I found this recipe! The bougatsa tis tabelas was delicious. The custard was creamy and smooth, and the phyllo pastry was crispy and flaky. I will definitely be making this again.
Razak Fuseini
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! The bougatsa tis tabelas turned out amazing. The custard was rich and flavorful, and the phyllo pastry was crispy and flaky. I can't wait to make this again.
rose grech
[email protected]I made this bougatsa tis tabelas for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it. The custard was so smooth and creamy, and the phyllo pastry was perfectly crispy. I will definitely be making this again.
Abdurahman Buhari
[email protected]This bougatsa tis tabelas is so good! The custard is creamy and flavorful, and the phyllo pastry is crispy and flaky. I love that it's not too sweet. I will definitely be making this again.
Thabo Mnisi
[email protected]I'm not a very experienced baker, but this recipe was easy to follow and the bougatsa tis tabelas turned out great! The custard was creamy and delicious, and the phyllo pastry was crispy and flaky. I'm so glad I tried this recipe.
Mdrideoy Alli
[email protected]This is the best bougatsa tis tabelas recipe I've ever tried! The custard is so smooth and creamy, and the phyllo pastry is perfectly crispy. I will definitely be making this again and again.
MD Eyasin
[email protected]I love this bougatsa tis tabelas! It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family and friends. The custard is creamy and delicious, and the phyllo pastry is crispy and flaky. I highly recommend this recipe.
Seddik Leboudi
[email protected]This recipe was easy to follow and the bougatsa tis tabelas turned out great! The custard was creamy and delicious, and the phyllo pastry was crispy and flaky. I will definitely be making this again.
Limakatso Nthurubele
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of custard, but I loved this bougatsa tis tabelas! The custard was light and fluffy, and the phyllo pastry was perfectly crispy. I would definitely make this again.
Binodh Kushwaha
[email protected]This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth it! The bougatsa tis tabelas turned out amazing. The custard was rich and flavorful, and the phyllo pastry was crispy and flaky. I will definitely be making this again for special occasions.
nay zaw 58
[email protected]I made this bougatsa tis tabelas for a brunch party and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it. The custard was so smooth and creamy, and the phyllo pastry was perfectly crispy. I will definitely be making this again.
Aizel Rambo
[email protected]This recipe is a lifesaver! I'm a busy working mom and I don't have a lot of time to spend in the kitchen. This bougatsa tis tabelas is so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family. The custard is creamy and delicious, and the phyllo pastry i