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Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
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Prepare the Puff Pastry: Roll out the puff pastry sheet on a lightly floured surface. If it’s too thick, gently roll it out to make it a little thinner, but not too much. The puff pastry should be about 1/8 inch thick.
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Assemble the Filling: Evenly sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese and the finely chopped ham across one half of the puff pastry. Leave about 1-inch of space from the edges so it doesn’t spill out when you twist.
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Season the Filling: Sprinkle garlic powder, oregano (or Italian seasoning), and a pinch of salt and pepper over the cheese and ham mixture.
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Fold and Slice: Fold the puff pastry in half to cover the filling. Press gently to seal the edges. Then, cut the pastry into strips—about 1 inch wide.
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Twist the Strips: Take each strip and gently twist it, making sure the filling stays inside. Lay them on the prepared baking sheet, leaving a little space between each one.
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Egg Wash: Beat the egg in a small bowl and brush it over each pastry twist to give them a golden finish once baked.
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Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for about 12-15 minutes, or until the twists are golden brown and crispy.
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Optional: For an extra cheesy touch, sprinkle some Parmesan cheese over the twists when they’re fresh out of the oven. You could also add a pinch of freshly cracked black pepper or extra herbs for flavor.
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Serve: Let the twists cool slightly and serve them warm for that perfect crispy, cheesy bite.
Tips:
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If you want a little kick, add some mustard or hot sauce to the filling before twisting.
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You can freeze the twists before baking. Just pop them in the freezer and bake from frozen, adding an extra couple of minutes to the baking time.
Enjoy these irresistible, crispy, cheesy twists for your next gathering or as a fun snack!
