Rosemary Romano Ribbons

Elegant cocktail parties are not complete without these easy-to-make, delectable puff pastry ribbons.  They're also a perfect way to dress up the menu at your next dinner party.
  • thaw: 40 minutes
  • prep: 15 minutes
  • bake: 15 minutes
  • cool: 2 minutes
  • Serves: 18

Recipe

Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup grated romano cheese
  • 1/2 of a 17.3-ounce package Pepperidge Farm® Puff Pastry Sheets(1 sheet), thawed
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh rosemary leaves
  • 18 wooden skewers(8-inch)

Directions

  1. Heat the oven to 400°F.

  2. Sprinkle a work surface with 2 tablespoons cheese.  Unfold the pastry sheet on another the work surface.  Brush the pastry sheet with water.  Place the pastry sheet, wet-side down, onto the cheese.  Brush the pastry sheet with water.  Sprinkle with the remaining cheese and rosemary.  Press the cheese mixture lightly into the surface of the pastry with a rolling pin.

  3. Cut the pastry sheet crosswise into 18 (1/2-inch) strips.  Thread the pastry strips accordion-style on the skewers.  Place the skewers onto 2 baking sheets.

  4. Bake for 15 minutes or until the pastries are golden brown.  Let the pastries cool on wire racks for 2 minutes.  Carefully remove the skewers from the pastries.

  5. Serving Suggestion: For a unique presentation, you can leave the pastries on the skewers and stand them in a pretty vase or glass.

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When cutting Puff Pastry, the sharper the knife or pastry cutter, the better. A dull edge can cement layers together and prevent pastry from rising.

Make sure the edges of your Puff Pastry are cut—a folded edge will not rise and puff.

Always flip and place the cut side of the Puff Pastry down on the baking sheet.

You can use a fluted ravioli cutter or cookie cutters to create decorative edges or shapes. To create circles, use a plate, bowl or water glass and trace with a knife.

Once Puff Pastry is thawed, work quickly while it’s still cold. You can cut it into desired shapes, then store in the fridge until you’re ready for the next step.

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