How to make a Fillo Pastry tart base

Watch this video to learn how to make a tart base using Fillo Pastry

  1. Brush one sheet of Filo Pastry liberally with butter

  2. Sprinkle the Filo Pastry with seasoning or spices that is called for in the recipe

  3. Fold the sheet in half & lay halfway across the baking tin allowing some excess Filo Pastry to hang out on the side.

  4. Repeat this process with the remainder of the Fillo sheets to cover the whole tin.

  5. Fold over the excess amount and press it into the sides, ensuring it fits neatly. Brush liberally with melted butter.

  6. Prick the base with a fork, line with non-stick baking paper, fill with pastry weights or uncooked beans/rice and bake in the oven for 15 mins.

  7. Remove the baking paper and weights and continue to cook for a further 5 mins uncovered.

  8. Once cooked set aside and allow it to cool completely.