Phyllo Onion and Dill Purses

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   Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

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   In a large saute pan heat 3 tablespoons olive oil over medium heat.

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   Add the onions to the pan, season with salt and pepper and saute gently over medium heat until the onions have caramelized to a rich golden brown, about 20 minutes.

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   At the end of the cooking time add the fresh dill and pour the onions out onto a cookie sheet and allow to cool completely before proceeding on to the purses.

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   On a clean and dry workspace lay out 1 sheet of phyllo and brush lightly with olive oil.

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   Lay another sheet of phyllo on top of the first, brush with oil and repeat two more times.

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   Using a pastry wheel, cut off the corners of the dough to achieve a sort of rounded shape.

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   Spoon 2 to 3 tablespoons of the onion mixture into the center of the dough.

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   Gather up the edge of the dough, pull towards the center to from the folds of the purse, and pinch the dough to

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    seal the purse closed.

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    Brush the outside of the purse with olive oil and repeat this purse making until the onions are all used.

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    Place the finished purses on a cookie sheet and bake for 20 minutes until crisp and brown.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.