Greek Baked Feta in Phyllo with Honey and Sesame

Beginner Cook - Appetizer - Baked Goods - Medium Cooking Time - Vegetarian

This Greek appetizer or "mezze" perfectly combines the flavors of savory feta, buttery phyllo, and sweet honey. Sprinkled with black and white sesame seeds, they're sure to be a hit at your next party! These are best enjoyed right out of the oven but also do well served at room temperature.

Ingredients (yield 15 pieces)

• 1 pound room temperature phyllo dough
• 10 ounces feta
• 4 ounces unsalted butter
• 1/4 cup honey
• 2-3 tablespoons sesame seeds

Time - 45 minutes

• Preparation - 30 minutes
• Baking (350 degrees) - 15 minutes

Preparation

• Preheat the oven to 350 degrees
• While the oven is heating, cut the feta into quarter inch slices. If using crumbled feta, set aside in a small bowl
• Melt the butter in a bowl in the microwave for 30 seconds
• Unwrap the phyllo onto a flat surface and using a sharp knife, cut the phyllo in half lengthwise
• Combine the two halves into one pile

• Lay a first strip of phyllo dough out on the baking sheet
• Brush generously with melted butter
• Layer a second strip of phyllo dough on top​
• Place one piece of feta or one tablespoon of crumbled feta at one end of the phyllo and wrap like a burrito lengthwise
• Wrap the "feta burrito" with a third strip of phyllo
• Brush the exterior with butter and set aside on a baking pan

• Repeat the process with the remaining feta and phyllo
• Place the pan on the center rack of the oven and bake at 350 degrees for 15 minutes or until golden brown

• Remove the pan from the oven
• Place the feta rolls on a serving dish, drizzle with honey, sprinkle with sesame seeds, and serve