PISTACHIO- PEAR STRUDEL
Steps:
- Combine 2 tablespoons of butter, the pears, honey, sherry, cinnamon, cardamom, salt and raisins in a large saucepan. Cook over medium heat, stirring often, until the pears are soft, about 12 minutes.
- Combine the cornstarch and water and stir until smooth. Stir into the pear mixture and cook until thickened, about 2 minutes. Place in a bowl and stir in the lemon zest, the lemon juice and the coarsely chopped pistachios. Let cool completely.
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Combine the finely chopped pistachios and the sugar. Brush a baking sheet with a little melted butter. Place 1 sheet of phyllo on a work surface so the long side is parallel to the edge of the counter, brush lightly with butter and sprinkle with 1/4 of the sugar mixture. Layer with another sheet of phyllo and repeat until you've used up the phyllo and the sugar mixture.
- Starting 5 inches in from the long edge nearest you, spread the pear mixture down the length of the pastry in a 4-inch-wide mound, leaving a 2-inch border at each end. Fold the short ends in over the filling. Fold the side nearest you over the filling. Flip the strudel over until it's wrapped in all the pastry.
- Slide the strudel onto the baking sheet seam side down. Cut 4 small diagonal slits in the top of the pastry. Bake until the phyllo is golden brown, about 45 minutes. Let stand until warm but not hot or serve at room temperature. Sift confectioners' sugar over the top. Cut into slices with a serrated knife and serve.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 455, UnsaturatedFat 7 grams, Carbohydrate 77 grams, Fat 16 grams, Fiber 8 grams, Protein 4 grams, SaturatedFat 8 grams, Sodium 107 milligrams, Sugar 52 grams, TransFat 0 grams
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Nakamanya Ruth
ruth_n@hotmail.comThis strudel is the perfect dessert for any occasion. It's delicious, easy to make, and always a crowd-pleaser.
Jani Janka
jjani90@gmail.comI'm not a big baker, but this strudel was easy to make and turned out great. I'll definitely be making it again.
Eleven Amber
amber@aol.comThis strudel was a huge hit at my Thanksgiving dinner. Everyone loved it!
KEBSON SARKI TV
kt11@gmail.comI've made this strudel several times now, and it always turns out perfect. It's a great recipe to have on hand for special occasions.
Gideon Mpundu Kiyanamwela
m.gideon7@hotmail.comThis strudel is a must-try for any pistachio lover! It's the perfect balance of sweet and nutty.
Nuurto cadeey
nuurtocadeey@hotmail.comThe strudel was good, but I think it would have been better if I had used fresh pears instead of canned pears.
RUTH KANU
r-kanu24@gmail.comThis strudel was a bit too time-consuming for me, but it was worth it in the end. It was absolutely delicious.
Dk Magar
d-m@gmail.comI'm not a big fan of pears, but I loved this strudel. The pistachios added a nice nutty flavor.
Duduzile Sidumo
duduzilesidumo6@aol.comThe strudel was easy to make and turned out beautifully. It was a big hit at my potluck dinner.
Izhar rajpot786
r6@gmail.comI made this strudel for my husband's birthday, and he loved it! He said it was the best strudel he's ever had.
Great
great@hotmail.comThis strudel is amazing! It's the perfect dessert for any occasion.
Veena Kaleha
veena.kaleha3@yahoo.comI found the strudel to be a bit dry. Next time, I'll try adding some more butter to the pastry.
Mua Cindy Belle
m.b@gmail.comThe strudel was a bit too sweet for my taste, but my family loved it.
Palesa Noluvuyokwazi
noluvuyokwazi38@hotmail.comThis was my first time making strudel, and it turned out great! The recipe was easy to follow and the strudel was delicious.
Maveer 007
maveer@hotmail.frI've made this strudel several times now, and it never disappoints. It's always a crowd-pleaser.
Queen sacdiyo 143
q1@hotmail.comThis strudel was a hit at my holiday party! The combination of sweet pears and nutty pistachios was perfect, and the flaky pastry was cooked to perfection.