Crispy Smoked Mozzarella with Honey and Figs

1. 1

   Unfold the phyllo sheets and place on a dry work surface with a slightly damp towel on top to keep them from becoming brittle.

2. 2

   Take out 1 sheet of phyllo and place it vertically on a work surface, with a short edge toward you.

3. 3

   Place 1 piece of cheese near the bottom of the sheet.

4. 4

   Fold the end up loosely over the cheese, then fold in the sides.

5. 5

   Keep folding until you have a tidy package about 3 1/2x4 inches.

6. 6

   Make 5 more packets with the remaining cheese and phyllo.

7. 7

   In a large pot, heat an inch of vegetable oil to 350F over medium heat.

8. 8

   Fry the phyllo and cheese packages, 2 or 3 at a time, until golden, about 2 minutes per side.

9. 9

   Drain on a baking sheet lined with paper towels.

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    While the cheese packages fry, combine the figs and honey in a small saucepan.

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    Heat over low heat until the honey is warm.

12. 12

    Place 1 cheese package on a plate.

13. 13

    Spoon some figs onto each cheese package and drizzle some honey over each serving.

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    Sprinkle with black sesame seeds and serve immediately.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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