BLOSSOM TARTS (PIES) 
6 sheets phyllo pastry
1/4 lb. unsalted butter, melted
3/4 lb. fresh ricotta cheese
1/3 c. sugar
Rind of 1/2 an orange, chopped
1/2 tsp. vanilla
2 eggs

Lightly butter each sheet of pastry. Stack handling lightly and cut into 2 squares. Fit into medium muffin tin to form flowers.

In a bowl, combine remaining ingredients (except conserve) and mix until smooth. Divide filling into muffin tins and bake for 40 minutes at 350°F until golden. When cooled, remove from tins and top with a spoonful of conserve.

Note: This recipe makes a ricotta cheese dessert pie with a fresh orange flavor. It should not be confused with any commercially available pastry.

 

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