SICILIAN FIG PASTRIES

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These fig-filled desserts have true European flavor. They add just the right amount of sweetness to the buffet table.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h

Yield 3 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 16

Ingredients

4 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 cup shortening
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/3 cup sugar
1/2 cup warm water
1 large egg, lightly beaten
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
FILLING:
8 ounces dried figs, chopped
2/3 cup chopped walnuts
1 tablespoon water
1 tablespoon grape jelly
1/2 teaspoon grated orange zest
1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 large egg, lightly beaten
2 tablespoons sugar

Steps:

In a food processor, combine the flour, shortening and salt; cover and process until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. In a small bowl, dissolve sugar in warm water; stir in egg and vanilla. Gradually add to crumb mixture; pulse until dough forms a ball. Cover and let rest for 10 minutes., In a food processor, combine the figs, walnuts, water, grape jelly, orange zest and cinnamon; cover and process until blended. Set aside. , Separate dough into six portions. On a lightly floured surface, roll each portion into a 12x8-in. rectangle (dough will be very thin). Cut into 4x2-in. rectangles. Place a teaspoon of fig mixture on one short side of each rectangle; fold dough over filling. Press edges with a fork to seal. , Place 1 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets. Brush with egg and sprinkle with sugar. Bake at 375° for 15-17 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from pans to wire racks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 135 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 12mg cholesterol, Sodium 21mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.