Walnut Cheddar Coins

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Serves

Makes about 20 coins

Dietary Fit

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Cook Time 15 min
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Calories 60 cal
Total Fat 5 g
Saturated Fat 1 g
Cholesterol 10 mg
Sodium 65 mg
Carbohydrates 2 g
Dietary Fibre 1 g
Protein 3 g

INGREDIENTS

  • 1/2 lb (250 g) pre-rolled puff pastry
  • 1/2 cup (125 mL) shredded old Cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup (125 mL) toasted California walnuts, finely chopped
  • 1/4 tsp (1 mL) cayenne pepper
  • 1 egg, lightly beaten

PREPARATION

  1. Toasting walnuts: In large, dry skillet over medium-high heat, cook walnuts until lightly toasted, about 1 to 2 minutes.
  2. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper. Set aside.
  3. Unroll pastry. It should measure a 10-inch (25 cm) square. If not using pre-rolled pastry, roll out to this size.
  4. Sprinkle pastry with Cheddar cheese, walnuts and cayenne pepper, leaving a 1/2-inch (1 cm) border along the top edge. Starting at one edge, roll up tightly, jellyroll style. Place on baking sheet and freeze for 15 minutes, or until firm.
  5. Using a serrated knife, slice pastry crosswise into 1/2-inch (1 cm) thick slices. Arrange flat on prepared baking sheet, spacing 1 inch (2.5 cm) apart. Brush with egg. Bake in the centre of the oven until golden and puffed, about 15 minutes.

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