Feta-Filled Phyllo Triangles (Tiropetes)

Name: Feta-Filled Phyllo Triangles (Tiropetes)
Prep time: 45 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 1 h
Yield: 100 servings
Cuisine: Greek
Ingredients: 3 tbsp All-Purpose Flour; 0.25 cup Butter; 3 whole Eggs; 1 lb Feta Cheese; 2 tbsp Fresh Parsley; 2 cups Milk; 16 oz Phyllo Dough; 1 pinch Salt & Pepper; 1 cup Shredded Monterey Jack Cheese

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Feta-Filled Phyllo Triangles (Tiropetes) feature crisp, buttery layers that crackle around a creamy, tangy cheese center accented with parsley. The mix of feta and Monterey Jack melts into a lush, savory bite that feels both elegant and comforting—perfect for cocktail parties, holiday spreads, or a warm starter before a Mediterranean dinner.

Prep45 mins
Cook15 mins
Serves100
DifficultyMedium

1

Melt the butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in the flour until smooth. Gradually add the hot milk, stirring to prevent lumps. Cook, stirring constantly, until the sauce is thick enough to coat a metal spoon. Season with salt and white pepper, remove from the heat, and let cool.
2

Once the sauce has cooled, stir in the feta cheese, egg yolks, Monterey jack cheese, 3 tablespoons melted butter, and parsley.
3

Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Cut the sheets of phyllo dough into strips about 3 inches wide. Work with one stack at a time, keeping the rest covered with a damp towel so they do not dry out.
4

Lay out one piece of phyllo at a time. Brush with butter, and place about 1 teaspoon of the cheese mixture on one end. Fold one corner up to meet the opposite edge. Keep folding into a triangle until you reach the end of the strip. Place on a baking sheet and repeat with the remaining strips of dough.
5

Bake for 15 to 20 minutes in the preheated oven, or until golden brown. These can also be made ahead and frozen after folding. Bake when ready to serve.