Aegean Sunrise Pastries

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

   ~5 min
2. 2

   In a mixing bowl, crumble the feta cheese. Finely chop the fresh dill and add it to the bowl. Stir in the lemon zest, black pepper, and 1/2 tablespoon of olive oil. Mix until well combined.

   ~5 min
3. 3

   Lightly flour a clean surface and unfold the puff pastry sheets. If they are frozen, ensure they are thawed according to package instructions. Roll them out slightly if needed to achieve an even thickness.

   ~2 min
4. 4

   Cut each pastry sheet into 6 equal squares, creating 12 squares in total.

   ~2 min
5. 5

   Place approximately 1 tablespoon of the feta mixture onto the center of each pastry square. Be careful not to overfill.

   ~3 min
6. 6

   Fold each pastry square in half to form a triangle or bring the corners to meet in the center, sealing the filling inside. Press the edges gently to ensure they are sealed.

   ~3 min
7. 7

   In a small bowl, whisk together the egg with the remaining 1/2 tablespoon of olive oil. Brush the tops of the pastries with the egg wash for a golden sheen.

   ~2 min
8. 8

   Place the pastries on a baking tray lined with parchment paper (optional but recommended for easy cleanup).

   ~1 min
9. 9

   Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the pastries are golden brown and puffed up.

   ~20 min
10. 10

    Let cool slightly before serving.