Phyllo Purses Stuffed with Creole Rice

Phyllo Purses Stuffed with Creole Rice - A Delicious Appetizer!
Looking for a delicious appetizer that will impress your guests? Look no further than Phyllo Purses Stuffed with Creole Rice! This dish is a perfect combination of savory and spicy flavors that will leave your taste buds wanting more.

Ingredients (serves 6):

- 12 sheets of phyllo dough
- 2 cups cooked Creole rice
- 1/2 cup diced red bell pepper
- 1/2 cup diced green bell pepper
- 1/2 cup diced onion
- 1/2 cup diced celery
- 1/2 cup diced andouille sausage
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- 1/4 cup chicken broth
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- Salt and pepper to taste

Cooking Tips:

- Make sure to thaw the phyllo dough according to the package instructions before using it.
- Keep the phyllo dough covered with a damp towel to prevent it from drying out.
- Use a pastry brush to brush melted butter between each layer of phyllo dough to create a crispy texture.

Cooking Process:

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F.
2. In a large skillet, sauté the red and green bell peppers, onion, and celery until they are tender.
3. Add the andouille sausage and cook until it is browned.
4. Add the cooked Creole rice, parsley, green onions, chicken broth, salt, and pepper to the skillet and stir until everything is well combined.
5. Remove the skillet from the heat and let it cool for a few minutes.
6. Take one sheet of phyllo dough and brush it with melted butter. Repeat this process with five more sheets of phyllo dough.
7. Cut the phyllo dough into six equal squares.
8. Place a spoonful of the Creole rice mixture in the center of each square.
9. Gather the edges of the phyllo dough together and twist them to create a purse shape.
10. Repeat this process with the remaining phyllo dough and Creole rice mixture.
11. Place the phyllo purses on a baking sheet and brush them with melted butter.
12. Bake the phyllo purses for 15-20 minutes or until they are golden brown and crispy.
Appearance and Taste:
Phyllo Purses Stuffed with Creole Rice are a beautiful golden brown color with a crispy texture. The savory and spicy flavors of the Creole rice mixture are perfectly balanced and complemented by the buttery phyllo dough. This dish is sure to impress your guests and leave them wanting more!
Type of Dish: Appetizer

Main Ingredients:

- Phyllo dough
- Creole rice
- Andouille sausage