Apple Strudel (page 323)
Apfelstrudel is a specialty of Austria and Bavaria. the history of the strudel dates back hundreds of years, however it was the Turkish baklava pastry, introduced into Austria in 1453 that laid the foundation for the Strudel.
4 large Granny Smith apples, peeled, cored and thinly sliced
3/4 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup golden seedless raisins
1/2 cup chopped pecans
1 Tbsp. ground cinnamon
1/4 tsp. salt
1/4 cup fine dry bread crumbs
3/4 cup (1 1/2 sticks) unsalted butter, melted
4 16-by-22 inch sheets phyllo, thawed
Confectioner's sugar
1. In a large bowl, combine apples, granulated sugar, raisins, pecans, cinnamon, salt and 1/4 cup bread crumbs. Toss until mixed.
2. Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Place one sheet of phyllo dough on cookie sheet, and brush lightly with melted butter. Spoon apple mixture over phyllo to within 1 1/2 inches of edges. Roll up jellyroll fashion. Brush with remaining melted butter. Bake until golden, about 30 minutes. Allow to cool, then sprinkle lightly with confectioner's sugar. Serve warm. Serves 6-8 people.