Parmesan Spinach Cheese Twists (Print Version)
Flaky pastry with spinach, Parmesan, and mozzarella, baked into golden, savory twists.
# Ingredients:
→ Main Components
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1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
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1 cup fresh spinach, finely chopped
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1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
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1/2 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
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1 egg, beaten
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1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
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1/2 teaspoon onion powder
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Salt, to taste
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Black pepper, to taste
# Steps:
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Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
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On a lightly floured surface, roll out the thawed puff pastry sheet to smooth the surface.
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In a mixing bowl, combine chopped spinach, grated Parmesan cheese, shredded mozzarella cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir until the mixture is evenly blended.
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Evenly spread the cheese and spinach filling over one half of the puff pastry sheet.
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Fold the unused half of the puff pastry over the filling, pressing down gently to seal the edges. Cut the pastry into strips approximately 1 inch wide.
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Gently twist each strip several times and arrange them on the prepared baking sheet.
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Brush the tops of each pastry twist with beaten egg to promote a golden, glossy appearance when baked.
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Transfer to oven and bake for 15 to 20 minutes until twists are puffed and golden brown.
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Remove from oven and allow twists to cool briefly before serving.
# Notes:
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For extra flavor, sprinkle a pinch of smoked paprika or crushed red pepper over the filling before twisting.