Ontario Cheese & Prosciutto Pastry Twists

These addictive Cheese & Prosciutto Pastry Twists are the perfect appetizer or snack for any occasion. The flavour combinations of the rich, nutty local Gruyère cheese and the saltiness of the prosciutto are sure to be a hit!

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step
    Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper and set aside.
  2. Step
    In a bowl, toss together gruyere and pepper.
  3. Step
    Using 1 pastry sheet at a time, unroll onto floured work surface. Brush generously with some of the egg. Sprinkle half of the pastry evenly with half of the cheese mixture; pressing down lightly. Top with half of the prosciutto strips. Sprinkle with some of the thyme leaves. Fold uncovered half of pastry over top of prosciutto and roll gently to flatten.
  4. Step
    With a pizza cutter or sharp chef’s knife, cut the pastry into 12 strips. Twist each into a corkscrew shape; arrange about 1 inch (2.5 cm) apart on the parchment paper. Press the ends down on the paper. Repeat with remaining ingredients.
  5. Step
    Cover with plastic wrap and freeze; layer with waxed paper in airtight containers and freeze for up to 2 weeks. Bake from frozen.)
  6. Step
    Brush twists with some of the egg and sprinkle with sesame seeds. Bake 1 sheet at a time, in preheated 400°F (200°C) oven about 15 minutes until golden. Let cool on racks.

MAKE AHEAD

Let cool and store for a day at room temperature in airtight containers. To re-crisp, reheat briefly in 350°F (175°C) oven.