Cheddar Twists

1. 1

   Thaw the pastry sheet at room temperature for 40 minutes or until it's easy to handle.

2. 2

   Heat the oven to 400F Lightly grease a baking sheet.

3. 3

   Unflold the pastry sheet on a lightly floured surface.

4. 4

   Roll the sheet into a 14 x 10-inch rectangle.

5. 5

   Cut the pastry in half lengthwise.

6. 6

   Top 1 rectangle with the Cheddar cheese.

7. 7

   Place the remaining rectangle over the cheese-topped rectangle.

8. 8

   Roll gently with a rolling pin to seal.

9. 9

   Cut crosswise into 28 (12/-inch) strips.

10. 10

    Brush the strips with melted butter then sprinkle with the Parmesan cheese and black pepper.

11. 11

    Twist the strips and place 2 inches apart on the baking sheet, pressing down the ends.

12. 12

    Bake for 10 minutes or until golden.

13. 13

    Serve the twists warm or at room temperature.

14. 14

    S tore in an airtight container.

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