Saffron-Kissed Feta and Honey-Glazed Fig Parcels

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking tray with parchment paper.

2. 2

   In a small bowl, steep the saffron threads in 2 tablespoons of hot water for 10 minutes. This will release their color and flavor.

   ~10 min
3. 3

   In a mixing bowl, combine the crumbled feta cheese and softened cream cheese. Add the saffron water and mix well until evenly colored and combined.

   ~5 min
4. 4

   Carefully unroll the filo dough. Keep it covered with a damp cloth to prevent it from drying out. Take one sheet of filo dough and brush it generously with melted butter.

   ~2 min
5. 5

   Place another sheet of filo dough on top and brush with butter. Repeat this process to create a stack of 3-4 sheets for each parcel.

   ~3 min
6. 6

   Cut the layered filo dough into approximately 4-inch squares.

   ~1 min
7. 7

   Place a generous tablespoon of the feta-saffron mixture in the center of each filo square.

   ~2 min
8. 8

   Gather the edges of the filo dough around the filling to form a parcel. Gently twist the top to secure, creating a rustic pouch. Brush the outside of each parcel with melted butter.

   ~5 min
9. 9

   Arrange the filo parcels on the prepared baking tray.

   ~1 min
10. 10

    Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the filo is golden brown and crisp.

    ~20 min
11. 11

    While the parcels are baking, prepare the fig glaze. In a small saucepan, combine the honey and orange zest. Heat gently over low heat until warmed through.

    ~5 min
12. 12

    Once the parcels are out of the oven, gently make a small slit on top of each parcel and place a fig into the slit. Drizzle the warm honey glaze over the figs.

    ~3 min
13. 13

    Return the parcels to the oven for another 3-5 minutes, or until the figs are slightly softened and glazed.

    ~5 min
14. 14

    Remove from the oven and sprinkle with chopped pistachios before serving warm.