Are you in search of a delectable and satisfying dish that combines the earthy flavors of mushrooms and leeks with the tangy zest of feta cheese, all wrapped in the flaky layers of filo pastry? Look no further than the savory filo strudel, a culinary delight that promises to tantalize your taste buds. With its crispy outer layer and succulent filling, this dish is perfect for any occasion, whether it's a special brunch, a light lunch, or an impressive dinner party centerpiece. Embark on a culinary journey as we explore the best recipe for this delectable dish, uncovering the secrets to creating a filo strudel that is both visually stunning and bursting with flavor.
Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!
SAUSAGE & MUSHROOM STRUDELS
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Line a sheet pan with parchment paper.
- If either of the sausage meats is coarsely ground, place the meat in the bowl of a food processor fitted with the steel blade and pulse until the meat is finely ground.
- Heat 4 tablespoons of the butter in a large (12-inch) sauté pan, add the onion and cook for 4 to 6 minutes over medium heat, until tender but not browned. Add all the sausage meat and mash with a fork, breaking it up and browning it, for 5 to 7 minutes, until no longer pink.
- Meanwhile, prep the mushrooms. Without washing the mushrooms, wipe the caps with a slightly damp paper towel or sponge to remove any dirt. Trim the stems, then roughly chop the caps and stems. Add the mushrooms, fennel seeds, 1 teaspoon salt and 1 teaspoon pepper to the sausage and cook for 10 minutes, until the mushrooms give off their liquid and the liquid evaporates. Set aside to cool for 10 minutes. Stir in the mascarpone and the fresh bread crumbs and season to taste. The seasoning will depend on how highly seasoned the sausage meat is.
- Melt the remaining 12 tablespoons of butter in a small saucepan. Unfold the phyllo dough and keep it covered with a slightly damp (not wet!) kitchen towel. Transfer one sheet of phyllo to a board, brush it lightly with melted butter and sprinkle with a teaspoon of dry bread crumbs. Place a second sheet of phyllo directly on top, brush with butter and sprinkle with dry bread crumbs; repeat until you have 5 sheets piled up. With the long edge of the stack of phyllo facing you, make a 1-inch strip of sausage filling (about 1/3 of the filling) near the bottom edge. Fold up the sides and roll the phyllo firmly up and over, rolling the log away from you. Transfer the log, seam side down, to the prepared sheet pan. Brush with butter and score diagonally at 1-inch intervals. Make two more strudel logs and place them on the sheet pan.
- Bake the strudels for 20 to 30 minutes, rotating the pan once to cook evenly, until browned. Cool slightly, cut in pieces through the scored lines and serve warm.
LEEK, MUSHROOM & GOAT'S CHEESE STRUDELS
This low-fat, vegetarian recipe reminds us that pastry doesn't have to be an indulgence
Provided by Good Food team
Categories Dinner, Main course
Time 1h
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Heat oven to 200C/180C fan/gas 6. Put the leeks and stock into a large pan, then cover and cook for 5-8 mins until starting to soften. Add the mushrooms, cover again and cook for 3 mins, then remove the lid and continue to cook until the juices have evaporated. Tip the veg onto a large plate to cool slightly.
- For each strudel, lightly brush half of each filo sheet with some olive oil. Fold the un-brushed side over to make a smaller sheet, 2 layers thick. Brush the edges with a little more oil, then spoon a quarter of the veg along one edge. Crumble over a quarter of the cheese, fold over the pastry edges, then roll up to seal in the filling.
- Put the strudels on a baking tray, brush with any remaining oil and scatter over the poppy seeds. Bake for 25 mins until crisp and golden brown.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 213 calories, Fat 11 grams fat, SaturatedFat 5 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 20 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 4 grams sugar, Fiber 4 grams fiber, Protein 10 grams protein, Sodium 0.52 milligram of sodium
MUSHROOM & LEEK STRUDEL
This elegant hors d'oeuvre is almost effortless. Use fresh herbs if possible, and feel free to sub in whole wheat phyllo. -Lisa Diehl, Edina, Minnesota
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 1h10m
Yield 2 strudels (12 slices each).
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon butter over medium-high heat. Add half the mushrooms and leek. Cook and stir until mushrooms are lightly browned and leek is tender; remove from pan. Repeat with remaining butter, mushrooms and leek, adding garlic during the last minute of cooking. Return all to pan., Stir in wine and cream; cook 1-2 minutes or until liquid is almost evaporated. Stir in herbs, salt and pepper. Remove from pan; cool completely., Preheat oven to 375°. Place 1 sheet of phyllo dough on a work surface; brush with butter. Layer with 5 additional phyllo sheets, brushing each layer. (Keep remaining phyllo covered with a damp towel to prevent it from drying out.), Spoon half of the mushroom mixture down center third of phyllo dough to within 1 in. of ends. Sprinkle filling with 2 tablespoons cheese. Fold up short sides to enclose filling. Roll up jelly-roll style, starting with a long side., Transfer to a parchment-lined 15x10x1-in. baking pan, seam side down. Brush with butter. Repeat with remaining ingredients for second strudel. Bake 18-22 minutes or until golden brown., Let stand 10 minutes before slicing. Serve warm.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 100 calories, Fat 8g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 22mg cholesterol, Sodium 135mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.
Tips:
- When choosing mushrooms, look for firm, dry mushrooms with no signs of bruising or discoloration.
- Leeks should be fresh and firm, with no signs of wilting or yellowing.
- Use high-quality feta cheese for the best flavor.
- To make sure the strudel is cooked through, insert a toothpick into the center. If it comes out clean, the strudel is done.
- Serve the strudel immediately, while it is still warm and crispy.
Conclusion:
This savory strudel with mushrooms, leeks, and feta is a delicious and elegant dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With its flaky pastry, savory filling, and creamy feta cheese, this strudel is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.
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