Ingredients

1 medium fennel bulb (sometimes labeled 'anise'; 1 lb) with fronds

6 scallions (1 bunch), chopped

1/2 teaspoon salt

1 stick (1/2 cup) unsalted butter

1 lb 4% cottage cheese (3 cups)

1/2 lb feta, crumbled (2 cups)

4 large eggs, lightly beaten

2 tablespoons semolina* (sometimes labeled 'semolina flour')

1/4 cup chopped fresh dill

1/4 teaspoon black pepper

2 tablespoons fine dry bread crumbs (not seasoned)

8 (17- by 12-inch) phyllo sheets, thawed if frozen

• Special equipment: a 9- to 9 1/2-inch (24-cm) springform pan

Description

This Fennel-and-scallion-enriched Version Of Tyropita (Greek Cheese Pie) Uses Feta And Cottage Cheese To Create A Filling That's Mildly Tangy Yet Mellow.

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