CRUNCHY MANCHEGO FIG STRAWS
This is all the best flavors from a charcuterie board in a sweet and savory stick!
Provided by Valerie Bertinelli
Categories appetizer
Time 35m
Yield 24 manchego fig straws
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 400˚ F. Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper.
- On a lightly floured surface, roll out the puff pastry into a 12-by-14-inch rectangle. With a short side facing you, cut the dough in half horizontally: To do this, measure 7 inches up the side, mark the dough and cut in half, using the mark as a guide.
- Evenly spread the fig jam over the bottom half of the dough, leaving a little room around the edges. Sprinkle 1 cup cheese over the jam. Top with the other half of the dough, pressing down lightly to adhere to the cheese and jam. With a pizza cutter, cut into 1/2-inch-wide strips (about 24 strips).
- Twist each strip 4 or 5 times, then pinch the ends together to prevent unraveling while baking. Place the twists on the baking sheets. Beat the egg with 1 teaspoon water in a small bowl and brush onto the twists. Sprinkle with the remaining 2 tablespoons cheese.
- Bake the cheese straws until golden brown, 12 to 15 minutes. Let cool slightly before releasing from the parchment with an offset spatula. Let cool completely. Serve immediately or store in an airtight container for up to 1 day.
CRUNCHY MANCHEGO FIG STRAWS
Provided by Valerie Bertinelli
Categories appetizer
Time 30m
Yield 24 cheese straws
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Line two 18-by-13-inch sheet pans with parchment paper.
- Dust a work surface lightly with flour. Roll out the puff pastry into a 14-by-12-inch rectangle. With the short side facing you, cut the dough in half horizontally: Measure 7 inches up the side, mark the dough and cut in half, using the mark as a guide.
- Evenly spread the fig jam over the bottom half of the dough, leaving a little room at the edges. Sprinkle 1 cup of the cheese over the jam. Top with the other half of the dough, pressing down lightly to adhere to the cheese and jam. With a pizza cutter, cut into 1/2-inch strips (about 24 strips).
- Twist each strip four or five times, then pinch the ends together to prevent unraveling while baking. Place the twists on the prepared baking sheets.
- Mix the egg with 1 teaspoon water in a small bowl and brush onto the twists. Sprinkle with the remaining 2 tablespoons cheese.
- Bake until golden brown, 12 to 15 minutes. Let cool slightly before releasing the straws from the parchment with an offset spatula. Let cool completely.
- Serve immediately or store in an airtight container for up to 1 day.
### Tips for Making Crunchy Manchego Fig Straws
- Use high-quality ingredients. The better the quality of the Manchego cheese and figs, the better your straws will be.
- Make sure the cheese is cold before grating it. This will help prevent the cheese from clumping.
- Use a sharp knife to thinly slice the figs.
- Don't overfill the straws. If you do, they will be difficult to seal and will burst open when baked.
- Bake the straws until they are golden brown. This will ensure that they are crispy and crunchy.
### Conclusion
Crunchy Manchego fig straws are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or snack. They are perfect for parties or gatherings, and they can also be enjoyed as a light meal. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a tasty and unique treat that everyone will love.
Here are some additional tips to help you make the best Crunchy Manchego Fig Straws:
- If you don't have any phyllo dough, you can use wonton wrappers instead.
- You can also use other types of cheese in this recipe, such as cheddar or mozzarella.
- If you don't have any figs, you can use other dried fruit, such as cranberries or apricots.
- Be sure to experiment with different flavors and fillings to create your own unique Crunchy Manchego Fig Straws.
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