NEW!
Never wait for your fillo to defrost again! When you come home from the store, put Athens® Fillo Dough in the refrigerator instead of the freezer. It can stay there for up to 4 weeks and be on hand and ready to use whenever you need it.

If your fillo is frozen, follow these easy steps to defrost:
Thawing Fillo Dough
. Allow fillo to thaw in box at room temperature at least 5 hours.
. Do not open until all other ingredients are assembled and you are ready to work.
. Carefully unroll fillo sheets on a smooth, dry surface.
. Remove any fillo you don't need for your recipe, reroll, wrap in plastic and set aside.

Thawing in Microwave
. Remove fillo roll from box and cut end of wrapper to vent.
. Defrost in microwave (power level 3) for 30 seconds.
. Turn fillo 180 degrees, defrost an additional 30 seconds (power level 3).
. Remove from microwave, cover cut end and set on counter 30 minutes to finish thawing.

Working with Fillo It's quick and easy!
. Immediately cover fillo with plastic wrap, then a damp towel.
. Keep fillo covered until needed.
. Do not leave fillo uncovered for more than one minute to avoid drying out.
. Microwave butter until melted.
. Brush each layer of fillo with melted butter, margarine or oil, or spray with a thin coating of vegetable oil.
. To prevent edges from cracking, lightly brush edges first and then work into center.
. Be sure to brush the last layer of fillo with melted butter.
. Fillings should be chilled and not excessively moist.
. Bake on an ungreased cookie sheet.

Other Helpful Hints
. Use a soft bristle brush to spread oil or butter over fillo, not a hard bristle brush.
. The faster you can work, the easier working with fillo will be.

Storage Tips
. Wrap any leftover fillo tightly with plastic wrap and keep in your refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
. For longer storage, refreeze fillo. Wrap it tightly in plastic wrap and overlay with foil.

How many sheets are in a one-pound box?
Approximately 20 sheets in the Athens® 1 lb. box (14" x 18" sheets)
Approximately 40 sheets in the Athens® Twin Pack 1 lb. box (9" x 14" sheets)
Approximately 28 sheets in the Apollo® 1 lb. box (12" x 17" sheets)

How many sheets is a serving of 55 grams?
2-1/2 sheets = 1 serving in Athens® 1 lb. box (14" x 18" sheets)
5 sheets = 1 serving in Athens® Twin Pack 1 lb. box (9" x 14" sheets)
3 sheets = 1 serving in Apollo® 1 lb. box (12" x 17" sheets)

GENERAL DIRECTIONS FOR
APOLLO® SHREDDED FILLO DOUGH (KATAIFI)
. Allow fillo dough to thaw in refrigerator overnight.
. Allow unopened package to stand at room temperature for 2 hours.
. Cover shredded fillo completely with plastic wrap, then a damp towel.
. Remove a handful of shredded dough and loosen by gently pulling strands with both hands working in opposite directions.
. Lay shredded fillo on ungreased pan and spread with fingertips.
. Replace unused shredded fillo in plastic bag, seal tightly and refreeze.