Mozzarella and Prosciutto Turnovers

1. 1

   Roll the pastry out into a 12 by 18-inch rectangle.

2. 2

   Slide onto a pan and refrigerate for about 1 hour, until the dough is firm and rested.

3. 3

   Use a floured, round, 21/2-inch cutter to cut out the dough.

4. 4

   Arrange the cut dough on the prepared pans, about 1- inch apart.

5. 5

   In a bowl, stir together the cheese, ham, parsley and pepper.

6. 6

   Brush the egg wash lightly on the dough and arrange the filling over half of each circle of dough.

7. 7

   Fold the empty side of the dough over the filling and seal the edges well with your fingertips.

8. 8

   Seal again by pressing around the rim with the back of the tines of a fork.

9. 9

   Dip the fork in flour so it doesn't stick.

10. 10

    Arrange the turnovers about 1-inch apart on the prepared.

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    Refrigerate the turnovers loosely covered with plastic wrap until 30 minutes before serving.

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    Set a rack in the upper third of the oven and preheat to 375 degrees.

13. 13

    Egg-wash the tops of the turnovers and bake for about 20 minutes, until they're well colored and crisp.

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    Cool the pastries on the pans and reheat to serve.

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    Serving: Reheat the turnovers at 350 degrees at 350 degrees for about 10 minutes to serve them warm.

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    Storage: Refrigerate or freeze leftovers and reheat before serving.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.