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Lenten Leek Pie
Πρασόπιτα νηστίσιμη
Sweet leeks in crisp filo
Wine & oil daysPrep 30 minCook 50 minServes 8
When to eat it. Made with oil. Keep it for days when wine and oil are allowed, like weekends in Lent and most of the Nativity Fast.
Ingredients
Method
- Cook the leeks in half the oil for 15 minutes until soft and sweet. Cool.
- Mix with dill, semolina, nutmeg, salt and pepper.
- Layer half the filo with oil, spread the leeks, top with the rest of the filo.
- Score, sprinkle with water and bake at 180°C (350°F) for 45 to 50 minutes.
Tip. Northern Greece’s winter pie.
Fasting customs differ between churches and parishes. When in doubt, follow what your priest gives you. Not sure what today allows? Check the Orthodox calendar.
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