Cheese Straws

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 375F (190C).

2. 2

   One sheet at a time, roll out the thawed puff pastry on a lightly floured surface into a 14x10in (35x25cm) rectangle, trimming the edges to neaten.

3. 3

   Combine the cheeses.

4. 4

   Spread 1 tbsp mustard over the top half of each pastry sheet, leaving a 1/2 in (12mm) border, then top with half of the grated cheeses.

5. 5

   Mix together the egg yolk and milk, then brush lightly around the exposed borders on the pastries.

6. 6

   Fold over the pastries and press together, sealing the edges.

7. 7

   Lightly roll over the top to compress.

8. 8

   Cut the pastries into 20 strips about 1/2 in (12mm) wide.

9. 9

   Holding both ends, twist strips into a spiral and place, well spaced, on lightly greased baking sheets.

10. 10

    Bake for 1215 minutes, or until puffed and golden.

11. 11

    Transfer to a wire rack and let cool.

12. 12

    Variation

13. 13

    Blue Cheese Straws

14. 14

    Replace the cheeses with 1 cup blue cheese and 1/2 cup finely chopped walnuts.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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