11 ways with phyllo pastry

Phyllo pastry can be tricky to work with, so follow these tips to make your life easier.

• Defrost frozen phyllo in the fridge, the sheets will thaw more evenly and prevent them from drying out and becoming brittle or too moist and gummy.
• Once you open the pastry, work quickly. Prep all your ingredients first, (you might want to read “What is mise en place and why you should use it your kitchen”).
• Open and unroll the sheets, then lay them on a flat, dry surface and immediately cover with a clean, damp tea towel. This is will keep the pastry moist. Keep it covered when not in use.
• Use a soft-bristle brush to coat the sheets with melted butter or oil, it’s best to start at the edges and work towards the centre – this prevents the edges from cracking.
• If you have leftover phyllo, it’s safe to refreeze. Roll up, cover with clingwrap and freeze – it’ll keep for another 2 weeks.

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