Can I use a different type of cheese?

Yes, you can substitute pategrás cheese with gouda, cheddar, or any other semi-hard cheese that melts well.

Can I make this pie ahead of time?

Yes, you can prepare the pie in advance and store it in the refrigerator. Reheat it in the oven before serving.

What can I use instead of sesame seeds?

You can use grated Parmesan cheese or omit the topping altogether if you prefer.

Can I freeze the pie?

Yes, you can freeze the baked pie. Allow it to cool completely, wrap it tightly, and store it in the freezer for up to 2 months.

What is pategrás cheese?

Pategrás is a semi-hard cheese commonly used in Argentine cuisine. It has a mild, creamy flavor and melts well, making it ideal for pies and other baked dishes.

Easy Cheese Pie

Name: Easy Cheese Pie
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 8
Cuisine: Argentine
Ingredients: 2 sheets puff pastry; 400 g mozzarella; 200 g pategrás cheese; 4 eggs; 1 cup milk; salt; black pepper; 100 g sesame seeds

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A staple of modern culinary versatility, pies offer incredible variety in both fillings and crusts. This Easy Cheese Pie recipe is a perfect example, featuring a combination of mozzarella and pategrás cheese encased in puff pastry. It's simple to prepare, economical, and can be served warm or cold, making it...

Prep Time

15min

Cook Time

30min

Total Time

45min

How to make Easy Cheese Pie

Step 1
Grate the mozzarella and pategrás cheese using the coarse side of the grater.
Step 2
Place one sheet of puff pastry in a baking dish.
Step 3
Cover the puff pastry with the grated cheeses, then place the second sheet of puff pastry on top, sealing all four edges tightly.
Step 4
Using a sharp knife, make cuts on the surface to mark the portions that will later be served.
Step 5
Beat the eggs and milk together, seasoning with salt and black pepper.
Step 6
Pour the egg and milk mixture over the entire surface of the pie, ensuring the liquid seeps into the cuts.
Step 7
Sprinkle with sesame seeds or, if preferred, substitute with grated Parmesan cheese.
Step 8
Bake in a preheated oven at 200°C (392°F) until the pie is fully cooked and the surface is golden brown.

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories

292.6kcal (14.63%)

Protein

19.4g (38.8%)

Carbs

3.4g (1.22%)

Sugars

1.9g (3.9%)

Healthy Fat

10.2g

Unhealthy Fat

11.5g

% Daily Value based on a 2000 calorie diet

Tips & Tricks

For a crispier crust, brush the edges of the puff pastry with a little beaten egg before sealing.
If you don't have pategrás cheese, you can substitute it with gouda or another semi-hard cheese.
Allow the pie to cool slightly before cutting to ensure clean slices.

FAQS

Can I use a different type of cheese?
Yes, you can substitute pategrás cheese with gouda, cheddar, or any other semi-hard cheese that melts well.
Can I make this pie ahead of time?
Yes, you can prepare the pie in advance and store it in the refrigerator. Reheat it in the oven before serving.
What can I use instead of sesame seeds?
You can use grated Parmesan cheese or omit the topping altogether if you prefer.
Can I freeze the pie?
Yes, you can freeze the baked pie. Allow it to cool completely, wrap it tightly, and store it in the freezer for up to 2 months.
What is pategrás cheese?
Pategrás is a semi-hard cheese commonly used in Argentine cuisine. It has a mild, creamy flavor and melts well, making it ideal for pies and other baked dishes.

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