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Paximadia
Παξιμάδια
Greek twice-baked rusks
Wine & oil daysPrep 30 minCook 2 hServes 24Plus 2 hours rising
When to eat it. Made with oil. Keep it for days when wine and oil are allowed, like weekends in Lent and most of the Nativity Fast.
Ingredients
Method
- Knead everything into a firm dough and let it rise 1½ hours.
- Shape into long logs, flatten slightly and rise 30 minutes.
- Bake at 200°C (400°F) for 35 minutes. Cool, then slice 2 cm (¾ inch) thick.
- Lay the slices on trays and dry at 100°C (210°F) for 1½ hours until completely hard.
Tip. They keep for months. Soften with water or tomato before eating.
Fasting customs differ between churches and parishes. When in doubt, follow what your priest gives you. Not sure what today allows? Check the Orthodox calendar.
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