Greek Peinirli

PROS

Peinirli is a tasty and filling snack that can be enjoyed any time of day.

The combination of cheese and ham or bacon is delicious and satisfying.

The dough is easy to make and can be prepared ahead of time.

CONS

Peinirli can be high in calories and fat due to the cheese and meat.

It should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The cheese in Peinirli provides a good source of calcium, which is important for bone strength.
The ham or bacon can be a good source of protein, which is important for building and repairing muscle tissue.
The dough in this recipe can be made with whole wheat flour to increase the fiber content and nutrient density of the snack.

	500 g all-purpose white flour
	500 g bread flour
	50 g fresh yeast
	100 g melted butter
	200 ml milk
	1 egg
	1 tablespoon honey
	1 tablespoon salt
	1/2 kg kasseri cheese , roughly grated
	150 g butter
	1 teaspoon oregano leaves , whole
	8 ham slices ( optional )
	8 slices bacon , cooked ( optional )

1.	In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose white flour, bread flour, fresh yeast, melted butter, milk, egg, honey, and salt.
2.	Mix until a smooth dough forms, then knead the dough for 10 minutes.
3.	Cover the dough and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour.
4.	Once the dough has risen, divide it into 8 equal portions.
5.	Roll out each portion into a thin oblong shape.
6.	Place the kasseri cheese and ham or bacon slices in the center of each piece of dough, then roll up the sides to form a boat shape.
7.	Melt the butter and brush it onto each peinirli.
8.	Sprinkle oregano on top of each peinirli.
9.	Bake the peinirli in the oven at 200°C for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown.

Greek Peinirli - a delicious and filling snack for any time of day

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