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Prep Time: 45 Minutes Cook Time: 15 Minutes |
Ready In: 60 Minutes Servings: 36 |
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These fig-filled desserts have true European flavor. They add just the right amount of sweetness to the buffet table. Ingredients:
4 cups king arthur unbleached all-purpose flour |
3/4 cup shortening |
1/4 teaspoon salt |
1/3 cup sugar |
1/2 cup warm water |
1 egg, lightly beaten |
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract |
filling: |
8 ounces dried figs, chopped |
2/3 cup chopped walnuts |
1 tablespoon water |
1 tablespoon grape jelly |
1/2 teaspoon grated orange peel |
1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon |
1 egg, lightly beaten |
2 tablespoons sugar |
Directions:
1. In a food processor, combine the flour, shortening and salt; cover and process until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. In a small bowl, dissolve sugar in warm water; stir in egg and vanilla. Gradually add to crumb mixture; pulse until dough forms a ball. Cover and let rest for 10 minutes.
2. In a food processor, combine the figs, walnuts, water, grape jelly, orange peel and cinnamon; cover and process until blended. Set aside.
3. Separate dough into six portions. On a lightly floured surface, roll each portion into a 12-in. x 8-in. rectangle (dough will be very thin). Cut into 4-in. x 2-in. rectangles. Place a teaspoon of fig mixture on one short side of each rectangle; fold dough over filling. Press edges with a fork to seal.
4. Place 1 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets. Brush with egg and sprinkle with sugar. Bake at 375° for 15-17 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from pans to wire racks. Yield: 3 dozen.
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