Phyllo-Wrapped Feta with Honey (Feta me Meli)
- Makes4-8 servings
- Cook Time45 minutes
- Active time plus cooling25 minutes active
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A perfect marriage of salty, sweet and crisp, phyllo-wrapped feta with honey, or feta me meli, is a popular Greek meze. The wrapped cheese sometimes is fried, but we bake it for ease. Slice the feta when it’s cold and firm, then make sure to pat the pieces dry. If you can, opt for feta made with sheep’s milk or a blend of sheep’s and goat’s milk; they are more flavorful than cow’s milk feta. Serve as is for a starter, or as a light main alongside a leafy green salad tossed with a citrusy vinaigrette.
Don’t worry about covering every millimeter of phyllo with oil. A light brushing that covers most of it is good enough. And don’t wrap the feta tightly. The cheese expands during baking and can break through the pastry if it’s too tight.
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