Best 2 Filo Hors Doeuvres Recipes

"Filo Hors d'Oeuvres: A Culinary Journey Through Layers of Delight"

Imagine golden-brown pastries filled with savory fillings, tantalizing your taste buds with every bite. Filo hors d'oeuvres, a culinary delight originating from the heart of Mediterranean cuisine, have long adorned platters at gatherings, adding a touch of elegance and sophistication to any occasion. With their delicate filo dough and an endless array of fillings, from savory to sweet, these bite-sized wonders never fail to impress. Join us as we embark on a culinary journey, exploring the delectable world of filo hors d'oeuvres, discovering the secrets to crafting these exquisite appetizers and presenting a collection of mouthwatering recipes to make your next gathering an unforgettable affair. Let us ignite your passion for culinary exploration and guide you towards creating filo hors d'oeuvres that will leave your guests craving for more.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

FILO HORS D'OEUVRES

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I always get requests for this recipe. It comes from the book The Pleasure of Your Processor, with a few minor changes. Really delicious.

Provided by malka margulies

Categories Vegetable

Time 1h

Yield 25 squares

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1 lb phyllo dough
3/4 cup melted butter
2 (10 ounce) packages frozen chopped spinach
1 onion, coarsely chopped
2 tablespoons butter or 2 tablespoons margarine
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
1/2 lb dry curd cottage cheese or 1/2 lb ricotta cheese
1 -2 egg
salt
pepper, to taste
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg

Steps:

Place half the filo dough in a pan.
Pour about 1/4 cup margarine on top.
Filling: Saute onions in melted butter until golden (about 5 to 10 minutes).
Cook spinach according to package directions.
Drain well.
Squeeze out all moisture from spinach.
Process spinach until finely chopped, about 8 to 10 seconds.
Add onions and remaining ingredients and process just until mixed.
(Add second egg only if mixture seems dry).
Pour filling over first half of filo dough and cover with remaining filo dough.
Pour remaining butter on top of filo dough (add more if necessary), and then cut in squares so that, while cooking the butter will penetrate in between the layers of dough.
Bake in a 300 degree oven for 30 minutes, until top is golden brown.

PHYLLO CUPS WITH CARAMELIZED ONION HORS D'OEUVRES

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We made these tarts, filled with a savory and onion saute, from various different recipes here on zaar and the testing and tasting was the good part! These were served at the Inauguration of our new North Wing, on May 11, here at the home and now we are going to serve them at the opening of 3 extra dining rooms -- what fun and how nice!

Provided by Manami

Categories Onions

Time 50m

Yield 1 tray of hors d'oeuvres

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

2 tablespoons unsalted butter or 2 tablespoons unsalted margarine
1 1/2 cups coarsely chopped onions
3/4 cup chopped fresh button mushroom
1/3 cup chopped roasted red pepper
2 tablespoons chopped black olives
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 (2 1/2 ounce) packages miniature phyllo cups, thawed according to pkg directions (15 shells each)
1/3 cup unsalted butter (probably less) or 1/3 cup unsalted margarine (probably less)
1/2 cup soft spreadable cheese with garlic and herbs (probably less)

Steps:

Heat oven to 350ºF.
Melt 2 tablespoons butter or margarine in 10" skillet; add onions. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until onions are golden and caramelized (7-10 minutes). Stir in remaining filling ingredients. Continue cooking until heated through and no more liquid.
Set aside. Allow to cool at least 10 minutes.
Butter the insides of phyllo cups.
Place phyllo cups on ungreased baking sheet; place about 1 scant teaspoon of onion mixture in center of cups. Top with 1 teaspoon cheese.
Repeat the process with remaining phyllo cups.
Bake 5-8 minutes or until golden brown. (Watch them so they don't burn!).
Serve warm.
*Filling can be made 1 day ahead. Just bring to room temperature when you are going to make the cups.*.

Tips for Making Perfect Filo Hors D'Oeuvres:

Use fresh filo dough: Fresh filo dough is more pliable and easier to work with than frozen dough. If you're using frozen dough, thaw it completely before using.
Keep the filo dough covered: Filo dough dries out quickly, so keep it covered with a damp cloth or plastic wrap while you're working with it.
Brush the filo dough with melted butter: This will help to prevent the dough from sticking together and will also give it a golden brown color when baked.
Don't overfill the filo dough: Too much filling will make the hors d'oeuvres difficult to fold and will also make them more likely to break apart.
Bake the filo dough at a high temperature: This will help to create a crispy, flaky crust.

Conclusion:

Filo hors d'oeuvres are a delicious and elegant way to start any party or gathering. With a little planning and preparation, you can easily make these tasty treats at home. So next time you're looking for a crowd-pleasing appetizer, give filo hors d'oeuvres a try!