Crispy Crust, Creamy Filling | Ultimate Pepper & Cheese Pie
A delicious Greek-inspired pie filled with sweet Florina peppers (or red bell peppers), feta, and yellow cheese, wrapped in crispy phyllo dough. Perfect as a snack, lunch, or picnic treat!
Ingredients
- 1.2 kg about 3 lbs Florina peppers (or red bell peppers)
- 2 white onions chopped
- 2 tbsp olive oil for sautéing
- 500 g 1.1 lbs feta cheese, crumbled
- 300 g 10.5 oz yellow cheese (like mild cheddar or gouda), cubed
- ½ bunch fresh parsley finely chopped
- ½ tsp crushed chili flakes optional, for mild heat
- Freshly cracked black pepper to taste
- 1 egg for egg wash
- 1 splash of water for egg wash
- 1 package store-bought phyllo dough about 10-12 sheets
- Black sesame seeds for garnish, optional
Instructions
Prepare the Filling
- Sauté the onions: Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium-low heat. Add chopped onions and cook gently (without browning) until translucent (about 5-7 minutes).
- Prep the peppers: Remove stems and seeds from peppers, then slice into strips. Add to the pan with onions, sprinkle with salt, and cook until soft (about 10 minutes). Let cool completely.
- Mix cheeses & herbs: In a large bowl, combine crumbled feta, cubed yellow cheese, chopped parsley, chili flakes, and black pepper. Add the cooled pepper-onion mixture and mix well.
Assemble the Pie
- Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).
- Prepare the pan: Lightly oil a rectangular baking dish (or oven tray).
- Layer the dough: Place one sheet of phyllo dough in the pan, letting excess hang over the edges. Brush lightly with oil (optional). Repeat with 2-3 more sheets for a sturdy base.
- Add filling: Spread the pepper-cheese mixture evenly over the dough.
- Top with dough: Cover with 2-3 more phyllo sheets, tucking in the edges. Brush the top with egg wash (1 beaten egg + splash of water).
- Decorate: Score the top diagonally (to allow steam to escape) and sprinkle with sesame seeds (optional).
Bake & Serve
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until golden and crispy.
- Cool slightly before slicing (this helps the filling set).
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Notes
Great for meal prep—stores well in the fridge for 2-3 days. Reheat in the oven for best texture.