January 3, 2009

Photo du Jour - Puffy Cheese Straws


I whipped up a batch of these flaky, cheesy nibbles yesterday. They were delicious!

Puffy Cheese Straws
  • 12 ounces/350 grams puff pastry, either pre-made or homemade
  • 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan
  • 1/2 cup finely grated Emmental
  • flour for rolling pastry
Heat oven to 450F/220C.
On a lightly floured work surface, roll out puff pastry into a big square, about 1/8 inch thick.
Scatter evenly with the grated Parmesan, then fold in half and roll out again until it is 1/8 inch thick.
Cut into ½ inch strips, lay on a baking sheet, and
then twist each strip 3-4 times.
Scatter over the Emmental and bake for 12 minutes, or until golden.
Cool on baking sheet.
These can be kept in an airtight container for up to 2 days. They are fragile, so handle carefully.
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6 comments:

Ilva said...

aha, i se you made some! I want to do it too! the French version versus the Italian!

Rita said...

Hi Loulou
Lovely blog! I love the south of France, been there a few times when I use dto work at cruise ships. What city/village do you live at?

wcs said...

They look great. I'll have to add them to my list...

Jennifer said...

Ilva
They were very good. Hope you enjoy them!

Hello Rita! I had a great time reading your blog the other day. You have some great looking recipes.
We live between Narbonne and Carcassonne in the Languedoc. Do you know this area?

wcs
Thanks! We served them to some friends who all loved them.

Rita said...

Loulou
I don't suppose I know your area. I most remember the Cote D'Azur and the Provance area. There was a hill top vilagge that I loved, I think it was Eze. O also loved Arles and Le Beaux and the Normandy beaches.

Jennifer said...

Rita
I've never been to the Normandy beaches but hope to go someday.
I know some of Provence and the Riviera. There are some beautiful areas over there.