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Baking Bourekas

I had never had a borueka until I started working here at the MJCCA.  They are a flaky pastry filled with all sorts of different items that are sold on the streets or Israeli or at the local shuk or market.  I am so thankful to Mrs. Barbara here that shared her recipe with me that I have used to make my bourekas.


The recipe included has 3 different fillings that you can use.  I just made 2 last night-- spinach & feta and cheese.  They were a big hit and my family is looking forward to them again. 

They are really simple-- most is just mix the filling, stuff, fold, pinch, and bake.  It's a great family project to work together on.

I use different toppings so we know what is what.  Sesame seeds covered the cheese ones and everything bagel spice covered the spinach & feta.








Here is a link to the recipe: Bourekas

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