Turkish Cheese Cigar

14 ounces feta cheese

2 large eggs, beaten

1/2 cup finely chopped mixed herbs, such as mint, flat-leaf parsley and dill

Salt and freshly ground pepper

16 sheets phyllo dough

6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

Preheat oven to 350°F. Blend feta with eggs and mixed herbs in a medium bowl and season with salt and pepper.

Have 2 large baking sheets ready. Work with 2 sheets of phyllo at a time, keeping remaining sheets under a damp towel. Place 1 sheet of phyllo on a work surface and brush with some melted butter. Press a second sheet of phyllo on top. Cut phyllo lengthwise into 4 even rectangles.

Spread 1 tablespoon of the feta cheese and herb filling along the short end of one of the phyllo rectangles, leaving about 1/2 inch on each side. Roll up phyllo, neatly tucking in the ends one-third of the way up to enclose filling, then continue to roll up phyllo with sides open. Transfer rolled-up cigar, seam side down, to a large baking sheet and brush with more melted butter. Repeat with remaining phyllo dough and feta cheese and herb filling.

Bake borek for about 30 minutes, or until they are golden brown and crisp; switch baking sheets halfway through for even browning. Serve cigars hot or at room temperature.