Placinta Bread Recipe
Warm, flaky sourdough bread filled with a savory three-cheese blend. A comforting, melt-in-your-mouth Romanian specialty that's both rustic and refined.
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Ingredients
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Dough
Cheese Filling
Method
Dough Preparation
- 1
Mix the Dough
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and salt. In a separate bowl, mix the sourdough starter with warm water until well combined. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the flour mixture, stirring until a rough dough forms.
- 2
Knead the Dough
Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead for about 10 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic. Add olive oil during kneading to enrich the dough.
- 3
First Rise
Place the kneaded dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for 1-2 hours or until doubled in size.
Cheese Filling Preparation
- 4
Prepare the Cheese Mixture
In a medium bowl, combine the crumbled feta cheese, shredded mozzarella cheese, ricotta cheese, black pepper, and chopped dill. Mix until well incorporated.
Assembly and Baking
- 5
Roll Out the Dough
After the dough has risen, punch it down and divide it into two equal pieces. Roll each piece out on a floured surface into a large circle, about 1/4 inch thick.
- 6
Fill the Dough
Place half of the cheese filling in the center of each rolled-out dough circle. Carefully fold the dough over the filling to create a half-moon shape. Press the edges to seal, and use a fork to crimp the edges for added security.
- 7
Egg Wash
Beat the egg in a small bowl and brush the egg wash over the top of each placinta to give it a beautiful golden color when baked.
- 8
Bake
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Place the filled placinta on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.
- 9
Cool and Serve
Once baked, remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm as a comforting treat!
