Kalitsounia Me Kanella

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   For the filling, combine the cheeses, lightly beaten egg yolks, sugar, 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon, and melted butter in a bowl.

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   The mixture should be thick enough to mound, but not stiff; add 1 tablespoon milk, if necessary.

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   Set aside while you make the dough.

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   Sift the flour and salt into a bowl, then cut in the butter and mix by rubbing between your fingers.

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   Mix in the vanilla, egg whites, and enough milk to make a soft dough.

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   Knead until smooth and elastic, then break off small pieces and roll as thin of a dime.

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   Cut into circles 4-inches in diameter (teacup size), then on each circle place a teaspoon of the cheese filling.

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   Wet the circle edge with water or milk and fold over to form a half-moon, then seal with the tines of a fork or pastry wheel.

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   Arrange the Kaltisounia on buttered cookie sheets and bake in a moderate oven for 25 minutes, or until the pastry puffs up and turns a light chestnut color.

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    Remove from the oven, and place on racks, and dust with confectioners' sugar and cinnamon.

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    Serve hot or cold.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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