Su Böreği (Turkish Boiled-Pastry Cheese Börek)

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Knead the flour, eggs, and salt into a firm, smooth dough, adding only a little water if needed. Rest for 30 minutes.

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4 cups all-purpose flour

5 large eggs

1 teaspoon salt

Water, only as needed

200g butter, melted

400g Turkish beyaz peynir or feta, crumbled

1/2 cup chopped parsley

Salted water for boiling

Cold water for shocking sheets

Use fresh herbs for the best flavor in your filling.

Keep the phyllo dough covered with a damp cloth to prevent it from drying out while you work.

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