German Apple Strudel

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1. 1Step 1: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a cookie sheet with parchment paper.
2. 2Step 2: In a large bowl, mix the sliced apples or pears with the granulated sugar, flour, and optional almonds and raisins.
3. 3Step 3: On a floured surface, roll the thawed puff pastry into a rectangle about 12×16 inches.
4. 4Step 4: Spread the apple mixture over the bottom half of the long side of the pastry, leaving a 1-inch border around the outside.
5. 5Step 5: Tuck in the short sides, then roll up the pastry jelly-roll style.
6. 6Step 6: Place the strudel seam side down on the prepared baking sheet.
7. 7Step 7: Mix the egg and water together and brush over the strudel. Cut diagonal slashes about ¼ inch deep across the top.
8. 8Step 8: Bake for 35 to 40 minutes, until golden brown.
9. 9Step 9: Let cool before dusting with powdered sugar and serving.