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Dobrodar Apple Strudel Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 6 medium-sized apples, peeled, cored, and sliced
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup raisins
- 1/2 cup walnuts, chopped
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 package phyllo dough (12 sheets)
- Powdered sugar for dusting

Special equipment needed:
- Pastry brush
- Parchment paper
- Baking sheet

Step-by-step instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

2. In a large bowl, mix together the sliced apples, granulated sugar, raisins, chopped walnuts, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and salt.

3. Brush a sheet of phyllo dough with melted butter and place it on a piece of parchment paper.

4. Repeat step 3 with 5 more sheets of phyllo dough, brushing each sheet with melted butter before placing the next one on top.

5. Spread the apple mixture on top of the last sheet of phyllo dough.

6. Brush another sheet of phyllo dough with melted butter and place it on top of the apple mixture.

7. Repeat step 6 with 5 more sheets of phyllo dough, brushing each sheet with melted butter before placing the next one on top.

8. Brush the top sheet of phyllo dough with melted butter.

9. Bake the strudel for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown.

10. Remove the strudel from the oven and let it cool for 10 minutes.

11. Dust the top of the strudel with powdered sugar.

12. Slice and serve.


- Time:
Preparation time: 20 minutes
- Cooking time: 30-35 minutes
Temperature:
- Oven temperature: 375°F (190°C)
Serving size:
- 6-8 servings

Nutritional information:
- Calories: 420
- Fat: 22g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- You can use any type of apple that you prefer.
- You can substitute the raisins with dried cranberries or chopped dates.
- You can substitute the walnuts with pecans or almonds.

Variations:
- You can add a tablespoon of lemon juice to the apple mixture for a tangy flavor.
- You can add a tablespoon of rum to the apple mixture for a boozy flavor.
- You can add a tablespoon of orange zest to the apple mixture for a citrusy flavor.

Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to brush each sheet of phyllo dough with melted butter to prevent it from drying out and cracking.
- Use a sharp knife to slice the strudel to prevent it from falling apart.
- Serve the strudel warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a delicious dessert.

Storage instructions:
- Store the leftover strudel in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Reheating instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Place the leftover strudel on a baking sheet and bake for 10-15 minutes or until heated through.

Presentation ideas:
- Serve the strudel on a platter with a dusting of powdered sugar and a sprinkle of chopped walnuts.

Garnishes:
- Chopped walnuts
- Powdered sugar

Pairings:
- Coffee
- Tea
- Hot cocoa

Suggested side dishes:
- Vanilla ice cream
- Whipped cream

Troubleshooting advice:
- If the phyllo dough cracks, simply patch it up with a little bit of melted butter.

Food safety advice:
- Make sure to wash your hands and all the utensils and equipment before starting the recipe.
- Make sure to cook the strudel until it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) to ensure that it is safe to eat.

Food history:
- Apple strudel is a traditional pastry from Austria and is also popular in other European countries.

Flavor profiles:
- Sweet
- Spicy
- Nutty
- Buttery

Serving suggestions:
- Serve the strudel warm with a cup of coffee or tea for a delicious dessert or snack.

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Region: Austrian

Taste: Sweet, Buttery, Cinnamon, Fruity, Cinnamon-Spiced