How Do You Use Phyllo Pastry?
Phyllo pastry dough is used most often in Greek dishes, though it can be used instead of traditional pastry doughs in many other dishes. It is an extremely thin pastry that comes in a roll of sheets in the frozen food section of grocery stores. It is more light and airy than many traditional pastry doughs, making it a favorite for dessert recipes as well as savory dishes. You must use phyllo pastry quickly after the package has been opened because it will dry out. Thaw the phyllo dough overnight in the refrigerator. Extra dough can be stored for up to two weeks in the fridge in a well-sealed bag. Melt a stick of butter or margarine in a small bowl. You can melt it on the stovetop in a pan or in a microwave in a microwave-safe dish, for two minutes at 50 percent power (defrost) or until melted. Prepare your work area and preheat your oven. Have any fillings prepared and your cooking tools ready nearby. Place a damp towel on the work surface. Open the phyllo packaging and carefully unrol
