These cute bundles of cottage cheese and swiss chard are actually phyllo dough baskets baked in muffin pans, filled with cottage cheese and swiss chard.

Swiss chard and cottage cheese packets

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Author: Tamara Novacovic
Total Time: 40 minutes
Yield: 6 servings 1x

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Description

These Swiss Chard and Cottage Cheese Packets are delightful phyllo dough baskets filled with a savory mixture of cheeses and greens, perfect for serving as a party appetizer.

Ingredients

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4 phyllo dough sheets
10.5 oz (300 g) cottage cheese
3.5 oz (100 g) feta cheese
2 eggs
8.8 oz (250 g) swiss chard
Salt, to taste
Pepper, to taste
Melted butter or vegetable oil, for brushing

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a muffin pan with melted butter or vegetable oil.
Take the phyllo sheets and cut them into 3.9 inch by 3.9 inch (10 x 10 cm) squares.
Stack 5 squares on top of each other, brushing each layer with melted butter or vegetable oil to keep them together.
Place each stack into the muffin pan, pressing gently to form a basket shape.
In a bowl, mix together the cottage cheese, feta cheese, eggs, and chopped swiss chard. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Spoon the cheese and chard mixture into each phyllo basket, filling them generously.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the phyllo is golden brown and the filling is set.
Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.

Notes

You can prepare the filling in advance and store it in the refrigerator until ready to use. If phyllo dough dries out, cover it with a damp cloth while working. Serve warm or at room temperature. These packets can be reheated in the oven to restore crispiness.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Appetizer
Cuisine: Mediterranean