Three-Cheese Crescents

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   Make the Basic Dinner-Roll Dough, using the parmesan as the mix-in.

2. 2

   Let rise as directed.

3. 3

   Lightly coat 2 baking sheets with cooking spray.

4. 4

   Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and divide in half.

5. 5

   Roll or stretch each half into a 12-inch round, about 1/4 inch thick.

6. 6

   Brush each round with some of the beaten egg and sprinkle with the havarti and cheddar, leaving a 1-inch border.

7. 7

   Lightly press on the cheese to ensure it sticks.

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   Cut each round into 12 wedges with a pizza cutter or chef's knife.

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   Starting from the wide ends, roll up each wedge.

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    Place the rolls on the prepared baking sheets, bending the ends slightly to create a crescent.

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    Loosely cover with plastic wrap; let stand until puffy, about 45 minutes.

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    Position racks in the upper and lower thirds of the oven; preheat to 375 degrees F. Combine the sesame seeds, poppy seeds and salt in a small bowl.

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    Brush the crescents with the remaining beaten egg and sprinkle with the seed mixture.

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    Bake, switching and rotating the baking sheets halfway through, until the rolls are golden brown, about 25 minutes.

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    Let cool 5 minutes on the baking sheets, then transfer to a rack to cool completely.

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    Photograph by Ryan Liebe

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.