Ingredients
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- 1 package of puff pastry sheets, thawed
- 1 cup of cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup of grated cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup of finely chopped chives
- 1 egg, beaten
- 1 tablespoon of paprika
- 1 teaspoon of garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon of salt
- Fresh parsley or dill for garnish
Feel free to swap out the cheddar for mozzarella or add some cooked bacon bits for an extra flavor boost. The beauty of home cooking is that there’s always room to adapt and improvise.
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, mix together the cream cheese, cheddar cheese, chives, garlic powder, and salt until well combined.
- Roll out the puff pastry sheets on a lightly floured surface and cut them into triangles, about 4 inches at the base.
- Spoon a small amount of the cheese mixture onto the base of each triangle, then roll them up towards the tip, pinching the sides to seal.
- Brush each pastry with the beaten egg, then sprinkle with paprika for a lovely orange color reminiscent of carrots.
- Place the pastries on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until they are puffed and golden brown.
- Once out of the oven, insert a small sprig of parsley or dill at the top of each pastry to mimic carrot tops.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: International
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