Puff Pastry-Wrapped Jalapenos Stuffed with Oaxaca Cheese

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   Preheat the oven to 350F.

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   Spray a large baking sheet with nonstick cooking spray.

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   Mix the cheese and the oregano in a medium bowl to blend.

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   Season to taste with salt and pepper.

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   Carefully fill each jalapeno with 1 tablespoon of the cheese mixture.

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   (The jalapenos can be prepared 1 day ahead.

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   Transfer the filled jalapenos carefully to a baking sheet, cover, and refrigerate.)

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   Working with 1 sheet at a time, roll the puff pastry on a lightly floured surface to 1/4-inch thickness.

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   Cut it into nine 3 x 4-inch rectangles.

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    Place the rectangles on a work surface, and brush each one lightly with the egg wash. Place 1 jalapeno in the center of each rectangle, on the diagonal.

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    Tightly fold the puff pastry, like an envelope, over the jalapeno to enclose it completely.

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    Brush the pastry lightly with the egg wash. Press the tines of a fork lightly on the seams to seal the pastry.

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    Invert the packets onto the prepared baking sheet so they are seam side down.

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    Brush them lightly with egg wash. Repeat with the remaining puff pastry and jalapenos.

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    Bake until puffed and golden, about 20 minutes.

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    Let cool for 5 minutes, and then transfer the pastry-wrapped jalapenos to a platter and serve.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.