Cheesy Spinach Crescents

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   To make the pastry, beat together the cream cheese and butter.

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   Add the flour and salt; blend well.

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   Shape into two oval discs.

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   Wrap each disc in plastic wrap and refridgerate until firm, about 40 minute.

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   Preheat the oven to 350*.

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   To make the filling, in a medium bowl, combine the spinach, cheese, 1 egg and salt; mix well.

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   On a lightly floured surface, roll out the pastry (one oval at a time) to 1/8th inch thickness.

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   Cut into circles with a 3 inch biscuit cutter or the mouth of a wine glass.

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   Spoon one heaping teaspoon of filling onto the center of each circle.

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    Fold the dough in half over the filling to form a crescent; press the edges together firmly to seal.

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    Beat the remaining egg until frothy; brush evenly over crescents.

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    Place the crescents on an ungreased baking sheet about 1/2 inch apart.

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    Bake for about 20 min or until golden brown.

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    Serve warm or at room temperature.

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    Crescents may be prepared and frozen up to 4 weeks before baking.

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    Do not thaw before baking.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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