Savory Croatian Cheese Pie

Ingredients

• 2 sheets of puff pastry (400g) 2 sheets of puff pastry (400g)
• 200g Pag cheese, grated (7 oz) 200g Pag cheese, grated (7 oz)
• 200g Dalmatian cheese, grated (7 oz) 200g Dalmatian cheese, grated (7 oz)
• 3 eggs 3 eggs
• 200ml sour cream (7 fl oz) 200ml sour cream (7 fl oz)
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• Salt and pepper to taste Salt and pepper to taste

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 380 kcal / 1590 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 25g, 14g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 28g, 1g
• Protein: 12g
• Fiber: 1g
• Salt: 0.8g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
2. 2.
   Roll out one sheet of puff pastry and line a greased pie dish with it.
3. 3.
   In a bowl, mix together the grated Pag cheese, Dalmatian cheese, eggs, sour cream, parsley, oregano, salt, and pepper until well combined.
4. 4.
   Pour the cheese mixture onto the prepared puff pastry in the pie dish.
5. 5.
   Roll out the second sheet of puff pastry and place it on top of the cheese mixture, sealing the edges with the bottom pastry.
6. 6.
   Brush the top of the pie with beaten egg for a golden finish.
7. 7.
   Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until the pie is golden brown and the cheese filling is set.
8. 8.
   Allow the pie to cool slightly before serving. Slice and enjoy!

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Puff pastry — Ensure that the puff pastry is thawed before using it in the recipe. If it becomes too soft, refrigerate it for a few minutes to firm it up.
• Pag cheese and Dalmatian cheese — If you can't find these specific cheeses, you can substitute them with a combination of other hard and semi-hard cheeses, such as Parmesan and Gouda.

Tips & Tricks

• For an extra flavor boost, you can add a sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese on top of the pie before baking.
• Serve the Savory Croatian Cheese Pie warm for the best taste and texture.
• This pie can be enjoyed as a main dish or as a delightful appetizer for gatherings.

Serving advice

Serve the Savory Croatian Cheese Pie with a side of fresh salad or pickled vegetables to balance the richness of the cheese filling.

Presentation advice

To enhance the presentation, sprinkle some fresh parsley or oregano on top of the pie before serving. The golden-brown crust and the creamy cheese filling will make for an inviting sight.