How to Knead Homemade Phyllo Dough

Start with the Homemade Phyllo Dough

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For newcomers to homemade phyllo dough, the density of the dough can be surprising. Kneading phyllo will soften it, but it isn't an extremely soft dough.

Depending on the type of dish you are preparing, select and make a recipe for phyllo dough:

• Basic Phyllo Recipe
• Country Phyllo for Pan Pies

Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Keep extra flour nearby to use on hands and the work surface.

• Start with the Homemade Phyllo Dough
• Use Heels of the Hands to Start
• Continue - Using Fists
• Pull Back Up Into a Ball and Start Again