Blue Cheese & Fig Phyllo Parcels

Place one phyllo square in front of you, then dab a tiny bit of egg white onto the pastry square. Take another square and place it onto the first square, creating a 'star'. Keep the rest of the squares covered with a damp cloth or bowl to prevent them from drying out.

Mix the feta cheese, blue cheese, and fig preserve together in a bowl. Season with pepper. Mix well, then using a teaspoon, place a little filling into the center of your phyllo star.

Dab a few drops of the egg white around the filling to make the pastry stick. Fold the pastry corners inwards around the filling, creating a parcel or moneybag.

Heat the vegetable oil in a small pot until hot enough for deep frying. Test with a tiny piece of pastry; if the oil bubbles, it is ready.

Complete the other phyllo parcels while the oil is heating, then deep fry 3-4 at a time until golden brown. Rotate them with a slotted spoon so all sides turn golden brown. Remove from the oil and serve warm.