Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
- 1 cup curd cheese
- 1/2 cup chopped black olives
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 egg, beaten
- Salt and pepper to taste
Special equipment needed:
- Rolling pin
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
- Pastry brush
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. On a lightly floured surface, roll out the puff pastry into a rectangle.
3. In a bowl, mix together the curd cheese, chopped black olives, chopped fresh parsley, grated Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper.
4. Spread the cheese mixture evenly over the puff pastry.
5. Starting from one of the shorter sides, roll up the pastry tightly into a log.
6. Brush the beaten egg over the top of the log.
7. Cut the log into 1/2-inch slices and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
8. Bake for 15-20 minutes or until the pinwheels are golden brown and puffed up.
Time:
Preparation time: 15 minutes
Cooking time: 15-20 minutes
Temperature:
400°F (200°C)
Serving size:
Makes 12 pinwheels
Nutritional information:
Calories: 150
Fat: 10g
Carbohydrates: 10g
Protein: 5g
Sodium: 250mg
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Curd cheese can be substituted with cream cheese or ricotta cheese.
- Black olives can be substituted with green olives or sun-dried tomatoes.
- Fresh parsley can be substituted with fresh basil or dried herbs.
Variations:
- Add chopped sun-dried tomatoes or roasted red peppers to the cheese mixture.
- Sprinkle chopped nuts or seeds over the cheese mixture before rolling up the pastry.
- Use different types of cheese, such as feta or goat cheese, instead of Parmesan cheese.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure the puff pastry is fully thawed before rolling it out.
- Use a sharp knife to cut the pinwheels to prevent the pastry from getting squished.
- Serve the pinwheels warm or at room temperature.
Storage instructions:
Store the pinwheels in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
Reheat the pinwheels in the oven at 350°F (180°C) for 5-10 minutes or until heated through.
Presentation ideas:
Arrange the pinwheels on a platter and garnish with fresh herbs or sliced olives.
Garnishes:
Fresh herbs, sliced olives, chopped nuts or seeds.
Pairings:
Serve the pinwheels with a side salad or soup for a light lunch or dinner.
Suggested side dishes:
Green salad, tomato soup, roasted vegetables.
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the pinwheels are not puffing up, make sure the oven is hot enough and the pastry is not too thick.
- If the pinwheels are getting too brown on top, cover them with foil halfway through baking.
Food safety advice:
Make sure the cheese mixture is fully cooked before rolling it up in the pastry.
Food history:
Pinwheels are a popular appetizer that originated in the United States in the 1950s.
Flavor profiles:
Savory, cheesy, salty, and herbaceous.
Serving suggestions:
Serve the pinwheels as an appetizer or snack.
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