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Fillo (Phyllo) Dough
:: If your Fillo is frozen, follow these easy steps to
defrost:
Thaw in refrigerator (in box)
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When you come home from the store, put Athens® Fillo Dough in the refrigerator
instead of the freezer
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It can stay there for up to 30 days and be on hand and ready to use whenever
you need it
Thaw at room temperature
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Allow fillo to thaw in box at room temperature at least 2 hours
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Do not open until all other ingredients are assembled and you are ready to work
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Carefully unroll fillo sheets on a smooth, dry surface
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Remove any fillo you don't need for your recipe, re-roll, wrap in plastic and
refreeze up to 9 months
:: Working with fillo is quick and easy!
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Immediately cover fillo with plastic wrap, then a damp towel
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Keep fillo covered until needed
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Do not leave fillo uncovered for more than one minute to avoid drying out
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Microwave butter until melted
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Brush each layer of fillo with melted butter, margarine or oil, or spray with a
thin coating of vegetable oil
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To prevent edges from cracking, lightly brush edges first and then work into
center
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Be sure to brush the last layer of fillo with melted butter
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Fillings should be chilled and not excessively moist
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Brush the seal before baking
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Bake on an ungreased cookie sheet
:: Other helpful hints
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Use a soft bristle brush to spread oil or butter over fillo, not a hard bristle
brush
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The faster you can work, the easier working with fillo will be
:: Storage tips
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Wrap any leftover fillo tightly with plastic wrap and keep in your refrigerator
for up to 2 weeks
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For longer storage, wrap tightly in plastic wrap, overlay with foil and
refreeze fillo for 9 months
:: How many sheets are in a one-pound box?
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Approximately 40 sheets in the Athens® Twin Pack 1 lb. box (9" x 14" sheets)
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Approximately 28 sheets in the Apollo® 1 lb. box (12" x 17" sheets)
:: How many sheets is a serving of 55 grams?
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5 sheets = 1 serving in Athens® Twin Pack 1 lb. box (9" x 14" sheets)
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3 sheets = 1 serving in Apollo® 1 lb. box (12" x 17" sheets)
Kataifi (Shredded Fillo Dough)
:: General directions
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Allow Kataifi to thaw unopened in refrigerator overnight, then allow unopened
package to stand at room temperature for 2 hours
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Cover shredded fillo completely with plastic wrap, then a damp towel
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Remove a handful of shredded dough and loosen by gently pulling strands with
both hands working in opposite directions
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Lay shredded fillo on ungreased pan and spread with fingertips
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Replace unused shredded fillo in plastic bag, seal tightly and refreeze up to 9
months.
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