Leek Strudel

The sliced leeks are boiled for one minute in salted water to maintain their crunchy texture and enhance their flavor. After boiling, drain well, ensuring no excess water remains. This step is essential to avoid diluting the final dish. In a large bowl, mix the boiled leeks with diced telemea cheese, which adds a creamy note and a slightly salty taste, perfectly complementing the leeks.

In another container, take two fresh egg yolks and whisk them well with the cottage cheese until a smooth mixture is obtained. This mixing not only helps to blend the flavors but also creates a fine texture that will bind all the ingredients together. It is important for the cottage cheese to be well-drained; otherwise, the dish will be too wet.

Once all the ingredients are prepared, add the egg yolk and cheese mixture over the leeks and telemea in the bowl. Gently mix with a spatula, being careful not to crush the ingredients too much, but just to combine them evenly. This combination becomes the base of a delicious dish that can be used either as a filling for pastries or as a side dish for various meals.

For an extra flavor boost, you can add some spices to taste: a pinch of ground black pepper, a bit of freshly chopped dill, or even a teaspoon of garlic powder, depending on your preferences. After mixing the ingredients well, let the mixture sit for a few minutes for the flavors to meld and become more intense.

In the end, the dish can be used to fill pastry sheets, which can be baked in the oven until golden and crispy, or it can be served simply alongside a fresh salad. This dish is not only tasty but also healthy, thanks to the vegetables and cheese used. Enjoy your meal!