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Fig, Baby Apple & Baby Pear Strudel Succulent figs with baby apples & pears encased in a light crisp pastry, with Christmas spices. Served with a rich & creamy creme anglaise. Code 4832 Product Filo Pastry Pack Size 270gm Per Portion 4 sheets 4709 Butter 250gm 100gm - melted 41016 Figs in syrup 820gm Full tin 94658 Baby Apples in syrup 425gm Full tin 6402 Baby Pears in syrup 425gm Full tin 7674 Caster Sugar 2kg 50gm - plus extra for topping 4970 Creme Anglaise 1ltr 150ml In a bowl, lightly mix together figs, apples and pears with the caster sugar and set to the side. Stack your filo by laying one sheet of pastry onto a large sheet of greaseproof paper and brushing all over with melted butter, then place another sheet on top and brush again. Repeat with all 4 layers. Strain the fruit mixture, add a pinch of cinnamon and lay down the centre of the pastry. Brush the edges of the pastry with water all the way around then roll ensuring the ends are folded in and the roll is tight, use the greaseproof paper to help. Carefully lift to a greased baking tray, gently rolling again if it becomes loose. Nip all the way along the top with scissors, brush with melted butter and sprinkle with caster sugar. Bake at 190C/Gas 5 for approx. 40-45 or until golden brown.