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In a mixing bowl, combine milk, yogurt, chia seeds, honey, and vanilla extract. Whisk well to combine.Cover the mixing bowl with a lid or plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight to allow the chia seeds to expand and thicken the mixture.Once the chia seed pudding is set, remove from the refrigerator and stir well.Add cubed mango to a blender or food processor and blend until smooth.To assemble, spoon some of the mango puree into the bottom of a serving dish or glass. Top with a layer of the chia seed pudding mixture, then another layer of mango puree. Repeat layers as desired.Top the final layer with granola or other desired toppings.Serve chilled and enjoy!
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).In a large mixing bowl, combine the sliced leeks, chopped dill, chopped mint, crumbled feta, and ricotta.Add the lemon zest and juice to the bowl and mix everything together.Add the halved olives to the mixture and stir them in. Season the mixture with salt and pepper to taste. Unroll the filo pastry and cover it with a damp towel to prevent it from drying out. Brush a 9-inch pie dish with melted butter. Place one sheet of filo pastry on the bottom of the dish, letting the edges hang over the sides. Brush the sheet of filo pastry with melted butter.Repeat the process with the remaining filo sheets, layering them on top of each other and brushing each sheet with melted butter.Once you've layered all the filo sheets, pour the leek and feta mixture into the pie dish and spread it out evenly.Fold the overhanging edges of the filo pastry back over the filling to create a border. Brush the top of the filo pastry with melted butter.Bake the pie in the preheated oven for 30-40 minutes or until the filo pastry is golden brown and crispy.Once the pie is done, remove it from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.Enjoy your delicious Leek and Feta Filo Pie with Olives and Herbs!