Puff Pastry Cheese Straws

Prep Time
minutes

Cook Time
minutes

Total Time
minutes

Serving
size
By Terri Truscello from Love and Confections.
Ingredients
- 2 sheets store-bought puff pastry
- 6 ounces Cabot Sharp Cheddar Cheese, finely shredded
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1 egg + 2 teaspoons water
Preparation
- Thaw puff pastry according to package directions. Heat oven to 400F. Prepare cookie sheets with parchment paper
- Dust counter lightly with flour. Roll puff pastry with rolling pin to 1/8 inch thickness. Sprinkle pastry with 1/3 of shredded cheese, 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder, and 1/4 teaspoon paprika. Fold in half and roll again to 1/8 inch thickness.
- Using a sharp knife, cut into 1/2 inch strips, twist, then place on cookie sheet 1/2 to 1 inch apart. Place cookie sheets in refrigerator minimum 15 minutes. Repeat with second sheet of puff pastry.
- Whisk egg and water together. Using a pastry brush, apply the egg wash then sprinkle remaining cheese on straws. Bake 15-20 minutes or until golden brown and crispy. Serve warm.