Pies with sheep's cheese

Ingredients:

500g sheep's cheese (telemea or salty cheese)

300g of flour

150g cold butter

2 eggs

100ml yogurt

1 teaspoon baking powder

1 teaspoon salt

1 tablespoon sugar (optional, for a slightly sweet taste)

Oil (for greasing)

Instructions:

Preparation of the dough:

In a large bowl, mix the flour with the baking powder and salt.

Add the cold cubed butter and knead until you get a sandy texture.

Add the eggs and yogurt, then knead until the dough becomes smooth and elastic.  If it is too dry, you can add a little cold water.

Wrap the dough in cling film and leave it in the fridge for at least 30 minutes.

Preparation of the filling:

Grate the sheep's cheese and mix it with a beaten egg.  If you want, you can also add some chopped dill for extra flavor.

Forming the pies:

Divide the dough into equal pieces and roll each piece into a thin sheet.

Place a spoonful of filling on each sheet and fold the edges to form round or square pies.

Brush the pies with a little oil on top.

Baking:

Preheat the oven to 180°C.

Place the pies on a baking tray lined with baking paper and bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden and crispy.

Service:

Serve the pies warm with a glass of yogurt or cream.  They are perfect for a snack or a traditional breakfast.