Green Pea Phyllo Purses

1. 1

   Place peas between several layers of kitchen towels to absorb excess liquid.

2. 2

   Place in a food processor and pulse until reduced to a coarse pulp.

3. 3

   Combine with oil, peppers, ginger, lemon juice and honey in a large skillet.

4. 4

   Saute over moderate heat for 2 to 3 minutes.

5. 5

   Stir in the herbs.

6. 6

   Let cool and divide into 24 portions.

7. 7

   Preheat oven to 350F (180C).

8. 8

   Cut phyllo sheets in half lengthwise and fourths crosswise, forming 80 4x6 inch squares.

9. 9

   Cover phyllo with slightly damp towel.

10. 10

    Lay one square on a sheet of waxed paper.

11. 11

    Spray it with olive oil.

12. 12

    Repaet with 2 more squares.

13. 13

    Place a portion of the filling in the centre.

14. 14

    Bring up the opposite corners of the phyllo, crimp firmly and twist the ends to form purses, each with a pointed top.

15. 15

    Repeat with remaining phyllo.

16. 16

    Spray baking sheets with oil.

17. 17

    Transfer pastries to sheet and bake until golden brown, 20 to 25 minutes.

18. 18

    Transfer to a platter and serve at once.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.