GIBANICA SERBIAN CHEESE PIE

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A traditional Serbian dish served for special occasions and holidays. Great as a meal or side dish.

Provided by Katrina Pescador

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Savory Pie Recipes

Time 1h20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

6 eggs, divided
1 ½ cups plain kefir
1 ½ cups crumbled feta cheese
½ cup vegetable oil
1 teaspoon flavor-enhancing salt and vegetable seasoning (such as Vegeta®)
½ teaspoon baking soda
1 (16 ounce) package phyllo dough
2 tablespoons plain yogurt
2 tablespoons vegetable oil

Steps:

  • Combine 5 eggs, kefir, feta cheese, 1/2 cup oil, vegetable seasoning, and baking soda in a bowl.
  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Grease a baking pan.
  • Cover the bottom and sides of the baking pan with 2 sheets phyllo dough. Crinkle 2 more sheets into loose balls; dip balls into the egg mixture until lightly coated. Place into the pan and cover with a flat sheet of phyllo. Repeat crinkling and layering the remaining phyllo, ending with 2 flat sheets.
  • Mix the remaining egg, yogurt, and 2 tablespoons oil in a small bowl; spread mixture on top of the pie.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until top turns reddish brown, about 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 477.6 calories, Carbohydrate 33.5 g, Cholesterol 165 mg, Fat 31.7 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 14.4 g, SaturatedFat 8.9 g, Sodium 752.7 mg, Sugar 3.9 g

Scorpion King
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This Serbian cheese pie looks amazing! I can't wait to try it. Thanks for sharing the recipe.


Nicolas Ramirez
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I'm allergic to dairy, but I was able to make a delicious vegan version of this Gibanica using plant-based cheese and milk. It was a hit!


Zee Ahmad TV
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This Gibanica was a delightful surprise. I love how the cheese filling complemented the crispy phyllo dough.


Hams Pogba
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I've always been a fan of phyllo dough pastries and this Gibanica did not disappoint. The layers of cheese and spinach were so flavorful.


Ireen Shizya
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Simply delicious! This Serbian cheese pie stole the show at our potluck. Everyone kept asking for the recipe.


Alfie
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Wow, what a treat! This Gibanica was everything I hoped for and more. The combination of cheese, eggs, and phyllo dough was perfection.


Diane Waters
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This Serbian cheese pie was a bit more work than I anticipated, but it was totally worth it. The taste was incredible and my friends couldn't get enough of it. Definitely a keeper!


Maddison Henry
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I'm just starting out in the kitchen and this Gibanica recipe was perfect for me! The steps were easy to follow and the final product was impressive. My family loved it.


Cathey Carlisle
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This Gibanica was a huge hit at my dinner party! Everyone raved about the unique flavors and beautiful presentation. Thanks to Alice's clear instructions, the preparation was a breeze.


Landon Talbott
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I'm not usually a fan of cheese pies, but this Gibanica was a game-changer! The flavors and textures were perfectly balanced. The phyllo dough was crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, while the cheese filling was rich and creamy without bein


Cephus wilzard
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This Serbian cheese pie was a delight! The combination of flaky phyllo dough, creamy cheese filling, and tangy sour cream was simply irresistible. I followed the recipe precisely and the results were stunning.