Curried Chicken Matchsticks

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   In a pot over medium heat, place chicken and wine.

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   Bring to slow boil and skim.

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   Add herbs and salt, and continue cooking for 12 minutes.

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   Add curry and cook 3 minutes more.

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   Allow the mixture to cool slightly.

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   Discard herb sprigs.

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   Place solids from chicken mixture in food processor.

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   Pulse while adding 1/2 remaining liquid.

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   Continue to pulse until a fine paste forms.

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    Refrigerate to chill completely.

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    Add mayonnaise and chives, and season with salt and pepper.

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    Lay out sheets of pastry.

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    Spread with curried chicken paste.

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    Wet the edge of the pastry with water, cover with second sheet of pastry and seal edges.

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    With a very sharp knife, cut into 1/2-inch by 3-inch pieces.

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    Lay on cookie sheet and freeze until needed.

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    Preheat oven to 375 degrees.

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    Brush frozen matchsticks with simple egg wash of 1 egg beaten with 3 tablespoons of water.

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    Bake matchsticks for 15 to 18 minutes.

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    Serve hot.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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