filo pastry

Cherry and Almond Strudel

Strudel, Austria's famous melt-in-the-mouth pastry, looks very impressive but is surprisingly easy to make. In this cherry and almond strudel, ground almonds and breadcrumbs absorb the juice from the cherries, so the layers of filo pastry bake wonderfully light and crisp.

Fruit and Pistachio Baklava

Here is an updated version of the traditional Greek pastry, made with a filling of dates, dried mango and pistachio...