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Sure! Here’s an article-style recipe for **Italian Pastries with Sesame Crust and Tomato Sauce** — a unique and savory twist on traditional Italian flavors:
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# 🇮🇹✨ Italian Pastries with Sesame Crust and Tomato Sauce: A Savory Delight with a Crunch
Italian cuisine is famous for its bold flavors, comforting textures, and rustic charm — and these **Italian Pastries with Sesame Crust and Tomato Sauce** are no exception. Picture golden, flaky pastries with a **nutty sesame crust**, bursting with a warm, savory filling, and served alongside a rich **homemade tomato sauce** for dipping. Whether you’re hosting a gathering, looking for a new appetizer, or craving something delightfully different, these pastries are sure to impress.
Think of them as a cross between a calzone and a savory turnover — with a crunchy, aromatic twist thanks to toasted sesame seeds. Let’s dive in!
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## 🧀🍅 Ingredients
### For the Pastry Dough:
– 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
– ½ tsp salt
– ½ cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
– ¼ cup olive oil
– ½ cup cold water (more if needed)
– 1 egg (for egg wash)
– ¼ cup sesame seeds (for coating)
### For the Filling:
– 1 cup ricotta cheese
– 1 cup shredded mozzarella or provolone
– ½ cup cooked spinach or sautéed mushrooms (optional)
– Salt and pepper to taste
– 1 tsp dried oregano or Italian seasoning
– 1 garlic clove, minced
### For the Tomato Sauce:
– 1 tbsp olive oil
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 can (15 oz) crushed tomatoes
– 1 tsp sugar
– 1 tsp dried basil
– Salt and pepper, to taste
– A pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)
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## 🥣 Instructions
### 1. **Make the Tomato Sauce**
1. In a saucepan over medium heat, add **olive oil** and sauté the **garlic** until fragrant (about 30 seconds).
2. Add the **crushed tomatoes**, **sugar**, **basil**, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if using.
3. Simmer uncovered for 15–20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
4. Remove from heat and let cool slightly before serving.
2. **Prepare the Pastry Dough**
1. In a large bowl, mix the **flour** and **salt**.
2. Add the **cold butter** and use your fingers or a pastry cutter to work it into the flour until it resembles coarse crumbs.
3. Stir in the **olive oil**, then gradually add the **cold water** until a soft dough forms.
4. Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
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