Homemade Pasta Pie with Handmade Phyllo Dough

Homemade pasta pie with handmade phyllo dough is a rustic masterpiece—where al dente pasta meets creamy cheeses, wrapped gracefully in delicate, home-rolled pastry. Each golden slice whispers of artisan care and comfort baked into tradition.

Ingredients for the Filling

500 g pasta for pastitsio
200 g feta cheese, crumbled
100 g melting cheese of your choice
2 eggs, beaten
Salt
Pepper
Nutmeg
3 tablespoons olive oil

Preparation for the Filling

In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil over high heat.
Add the pasta and cook for 10–15 minutes until slightly firm (as it will bake further in the oven).
Drain the pasta and place it in a large mixing bowl.
Add the beaten eggs, cheeses, nutmeg, pepper, a pinch of salt, and olive oil.
Mix well to combine all ingredients and set aside.

Ingredients for the Dough

500 g all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon vinegar
100 g olive oil
150 g water

Preparation for the Phyllo Dough

In a mixing bowl, add the flour and make a well in the center.
Add the vinegar, salt, and olive oil into the well.
Mix with your hands, ensuring the oil is evenly distributed throughout the flour.
Gradually add water while kneading until a soft, non-sticky dough forms.
If the dough is too sticky, add a bit more flour. Divide the dough into 4 portions.
Roll out each portion on a floured surface into thin sheets.

Assembling the Pie

Preheat the oven to 170–180°C (340–355°F).
Lightly grease a baking tray with olive oil.
Place the first phyllo sheet into the tray, brushing it lightly with olive oil. Repeat with the second sheet.
Spread the pasta mixture evenly over the layered phyllo sheets.
Cover the filling with the remaining two phyllo sheets, layering and brushing with olive oil as before.
Finish by brushing olive oil over the top sheet.
Bake for approximately 60 minutes or until the pie is golden brown and cooked through.

A Cheesy Garden Elixir

In this homemade pasta pie with handmade phyllo dough, cooked pasta combines with tangy feta, melting cheese, eggs, and subtle spices. The filling is nestled between sheets of phyllo dough made with olive oil and baked until golden and tender.

Why It’s Irresistible

This pie balances the creamy richness of cheese and pasta with the crisp, flaky elegance of handmade phyllo. The gentle flavors of nutmeg and olive oil shine through, creating a comforting and refined culinary harmony.

Serving Suggestions

Serve homemade pasta pie with handmade phyllo dough warm, sliced to reveal its layered textures. It pairs beautifully with a crisp green salad or a drizzle of olive oil for a balanced and inviting meal.