GREEK FREIGHTER MEAT PIE

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Taken from The Complete Greek Cookbook. According to the author, Theresa Yianilos, you will most likely be served this meat pie on any Greek ship. Note: if using raw meat, use 1 lb and follow directions for raw meat - the ingredients list wouldn't accept both cooked and raw!

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Categories     Savory Pies

Time 1h40m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 tablespoons butter (or olive oil or margerine)
1 onion, chopped
2 cups meat (cooked and chopped beef, lamb, veal or pork)
1 cup rice (or diced potatoes)
1 teaspoon spearmint, dried and crumbled
1 teaspoon marjoram
1/2 cup parsley, chopped
salt and pepper
1 cup feta cheese (or cottage cheese)
1 egg
1/2 cup pine nuts or 1/2 cup walnuts
1/2 lb phyllo dough
1/4 cup oil
2 tablespoons butter

Steps:

  • Heat oil and fry onions until soft.
  • If using raw meat and potatoes, brown for 5 minutes.
  • Add 1 cup of hot water (2 cups water if using rice).
  • Add rice, herbs and seasonings.
  • Cover and cook 20 min until meat is cooked and potatoes or rice are soft.
  • Remove from heat.
  • Mix in cheese, egg and nuts (and cooked meat if you didn't use raw meat).
  • Melt butter and oil in small pot.
  • Oil a square or rectangular baking pan.
  • Lay half of the sheets of filo, oiling lightly between each sheet.
  • Spread on meat filling.
  • Lay remaining filo sheets, oiling between sheets.
  • Bake at 350 degrees F. for 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 812.4, Fat 49.6, SaturatedFat 16.8, Cholesterol 110.4, Sodium 818.4, Carbohydrate 75.6, Fiber 3.2, Sugar 3.5, Protein 17.1

Mason Mcveagh
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This pie was a disaster. The crust was soggy and the filling was dry.


Exequiel Rodriguez
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I found this recipe to be a bit bland. The crust was good, but the filling was lacking in flavor.


Md “FF.MARUF” Sobo
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This pie was a bit too salty for my taste, but otherwise it was good.


Aashiq Sindhi
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I'm not a fan of meat pies, but this one was surprisingly good. The crust was flaky and the filling was flavorful.


Sabbir Shaike
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This pie was easy to make and very tasty. I would definitely recommend it.


chakzen Mokwena
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I tried this recipe and it turned out great! The only thing I would change is to add a bit more salt to the filling.


NT Hussen
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This pie was a disaster. The crust was soggy and the filling was dry. I would not recommend this recipe.


Baba Juslini
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I found this recipe to be a bit bland. The crust was good, but the filling was lacking in flavor.


Mate Ambroladze
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This pie was a bit too salty for my taste, but otherwise it was good. The crust was flaky and the filling was flavorful.


Seyi's Design
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I'm not a big fan of meat pies, but this one was really good. The crust was flaky and the filling was flavorful. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Tommy Niederhauser
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This pie is easy to make and always turns out great. I love the flaky crust and the flavorful filling. It's a perfect meal for a busy weeknight.


Catherine Mumbi
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I've made this pie several times and it's always a winner. The crust is flaky and the filling is flavorful. It's a great dish to serve for a crowd.


Nicole Mulcahey
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Delicious! This pie was a hit with my family. The crust was flaky and the filling was flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Barkat King
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This pie is amazing! The filling is so flavorful and the crust is perfect. I will definitely be making this again and again.


RATAN SARKAR
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I love this recipe! The pie is always a crowd-pleaser. I've made it for parties, potlucks, and even just for my family. It's always a hit.


JIM slow
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This recipe is a keeper! The pie was easy to make and turned out beautifully. The flavors were perfect and the crust was flaky and delicious.


Gladys Mukami
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I made this pie for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone loved it. The filling was flavorful and the crust was perfect. I will definitely be making this again.


Jamal Prxnce
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This Greek Freighter Meat Pie is a delicious and hearty dish that is perfect for a family meal. The flavors are amazing and the crust is flaky and golden brown. I highly recommend this recipe!


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