Indulge in a delightful culinary adventure with our collection of tantalizing Parmesan Puff Pastry Stars recipes. These heavenly treats, adorned with a golden-brown crust and a burst of cheesy goodness, will elevate any occasion. Whether you're hosting a festive gathering or simply seeking a delectable snack, these Parmesan stars are sure to impress. Discover the art of creating these delightful pastries with our easy-to-follow recipes, ranging from classic Parmesan stars to variations infused with herbs, spices, and delectable fillings. Each recipe offers a unique flavor profile, ensuring that there's something to satisfy every palate. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and let's embark on a journey of culinary delight as we explore the world of Parmesan Puff Pastry Stars.
PARMESAN PUFF-PASTRY STRAWS
Simple, yet elegant, these crisp yet airy straws can be made days ahead of time, making this an ideal party snack.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Appetizers Finger Food Recipes
Yield Makes 2 dozen
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Line 2 baking sheets with parchment.
- On a lightly floured surface with a lightly floured rolling pin, roll puff pastry into a 12-by-16-inch rectangle. With the long side facing you, lightly brush bottom half of rectangle with some of the beaten egg. Sprinkle 1/4 cup Parmesan and the salt on top half. Fold bottom half over top half. Gently roll dough to seal.
- Cut rectangle lengthwise into thirds. (You should have three 2-by-16-inch strips.) Sprinkle remaining 1 tablespoon Parmesan on 1 strip, poppy seeds on another, and cayenne on remaining strip. Cut each strip lengthwise into eight 1/4-by-16-inch strips.
- Transfer strips to baking sheets, spacing 1 inch apart. Working with 1 strip at a time, hold each end with your fingers, and carefully twist strip in opposite directions, forming a spiral. Press ends of strips against parchment to prevent unraveling. Freeze or refrigerate until strips are very firm and cold, about 15 minutes.
- Bake 1 sheet at a time, rotating halfway through, until straws are golden brown and cooked through, 12 to 14 minutes. Transfer straws to wire racks, and let cool.
STAR PUFFS
Steps:
- Cut a sheet of puff pastry with a star-shaped cookie cutter. Arrange the stars on a parchment-lined baking sheet; brush with olive oil and sprinkle with grated parmesan cheese and pepper. Bake at 400 degrees until puffed and crisp, about 15 minutes.
CHEESE STARS
Show off your cooking skills and get in the festive spirit with these fun looking easy cheesy treats - they make great party snacks for grazing guests
Provided by Miriam Nice
Categories Buffet, Snack
Time 27m
Yield makes 20
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Unroll the pastry and sprinkle most of the cheese over one half of the sheet. Fold the pastry in half to cover the cheese and seal it in.
- Dust your rolling pin and work surface with a little flour and put your pastry sheet on it. Roll it out until doubled in size.
- Heat oven to 200C/180C fan/gas 6 and line two baking sheets with baking parchment.
- Using cookie cutters, cut the pastry into shapes and put them on the prepared baking sheets. (Put the cutters on the dough close together so that less pastry is wasted. You can fold the trimmings back on themselves and re-roll to cut out more shapes.)
- Brush the shapes with milk and add a pinch of cheese and a sprinkling of your chosen topping, if using.
- Bake in the oven for 10-12 mins or until risen and golden, then transfer to a serving plate. Will keep in an airtight container for 3 days.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 87 calories, Fat 6 grams fat, SaturatedFat 3 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 6 grams carbohydrates, Fiber 1 grams fiber, Protein 2 grams protein, Sodium 0.2 milligram of sodium
PARMESAN, PUFF PASTRY STRAWS
I love this recipe, because it is simple, tasty, and the variations are innumerable. It is an excellent choice for serving with dips, soups, beer, or just on its own as a snack; from the Bites and Pieces section of Martha Stewart's Hors D'Oeuvres Handbook. Some variations which I included (at Step 8) in preparation are: Parmesan-Garlic-Italian Parsley, Parmesan-Poppy - add poppy seeds Parmesan-Old Bay Seasoning Parmesan-Pepper flakes
Provided by TOOLBELT DIVA
Categories < 60 Mins
Time 42m
Yield 36 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Note: The saltiness of Parmesan cheese varies from wheel to wheel, so be sure to taste the cheese before adding it to the mixture; If it is salty, reduce the amount of salt added to 1 t or alternatively, eliminate the added salt, entirely; You may choose to make your own pastry, or not; If not, then Tenderflake makes an excellent Puff Pastry, and you can purchase this from the frozen pastry section at your favourite Supermarket.
- Preheat Oven to 425F, with the rack in the centre.
- Place the chilled puff pastry on a lightly floured surface.
- Roll out the dough until it is about 1/8 inch thick, making a 24 x 26 inch square (if you use the packaged puff pastry, your square will be slightly smaller-- That is OK, you will have two squares) Use a sharp knife to trim the edges of the dough; this will help make the edges uniform as they cook.
- Brush the dough lightly with the melted butter.
- Sprinkle the dough with 3/4 cup of the Parmesan and 1 tsp of the salt.
- Brush the surface of the dough with the egg.
- Sprinkle with the remaining salt and Parmesan.
- Using a very sharp knife, cut the dough vertically, into 1/2 inch strips.
- Transfer 6 of the strips to a baking sheet, spacing them evenly apart.
- Grab each end of the dough strip with your fingers, and carefully stretch and twist the strip in opposite directions to create spiral strips.
- Continue with the remaining strips of dough.
- Bake until golden brown, 10- 12 minutes.
- Remove and let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes to firm up.
- Using both hands, transfer the sticks to a wire rack or serving platter.
PARMESAN PUFFS
A simple, super-quick-to-prepare recipe for an attractive and delicious appetiser, from the August/September 2005 issue of 'Australian Vogue Entertaining + Travel'. The recipe recommends using good-quality store-bought puff pastry. For an attractive colour contrast, top half the puffs with the cayenne pepper or paprika as specified in the recipe; and the other half with one of these mixed with your favourite herb, finely chopped. Perhaps basil or thyme. You can have these fully prepared in advance, and bake just before they are required.
Provided by bluemoon downunder
Categories Cheese
Time 20m
Yield 64 puffs, 20 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 220ºC.
- Cut out rounds of pastry with a 5cm diameter pastry cutter, and place them on a baking tray lined with baking paper.
- Brush the rounds with the egg wash.
- Place 2 teaspoons of parmesan and a pinch of cayenne pepper or paprika on each round.
- Bake for 10 minutes or until puffed and golden brown.
ANY VEGETABLE TART
Perfect for casual entertaining, this rustic tart can be tailored to whatever vegetables you have on hand. The key here is to use either precooked vegetables, or quick-cooking raw vegetables that won't release too much liquid as they bake, making the pastry soggy. (See Tips below, for more.) So the crust tastes like a buttery cheese straw, an optional layer of grated Gruyère or Cheddar is scattered onto the bottom of the baking pan before the dough is placed on top. The whole tart bakes up golden brown, savory and wonderfully crunchy. Serve this on the same day it's baked for maximum flakiness.
Provided by Melissa Clark
Categories pies and tarts, vegetables, main course
Time 1h
Yield 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Put a rack in the center of the oven and heat oven to 425 degrees. Line a baking sheet with a silicone liner or parchment paper. If you like, you can sprinkle Gruyère or Cheddar onto the center of the liner or paper in an approximate 10-by-13-inch rectangle.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together egg, Parmesan, lemon zest or rosemary, garlic (if using), and pinch of salt and pepper until smooth. Beat in the crème fraîche until smooth.
- On a lightly floured surface, roll out the puff pastry to form a 10-by-13-inch rectangle, about 1/8-inch thick. Transfer the dough to prepared baking sheet. (Place directly on top of the grated cheese, if applicable.) With a sharp knife, lightly score a 3/4-inch border around the edges of the puff pastry, making sure not to cut the pastry all the way through. Using a fork, prick the pastry all over inside the border at 1-inch intervals.
- Spread crème fraîche mixture evenly inside the scored border. Arrange vegetables in an even layer, using just enough to cover the surface in one layer. Scatter scallions and thyme or rosemary sprigs on top. Lightly drizzle with oil, and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
- Bake until the pastry is puffed and golden, and the vegetables are cooked through, about 25 to 35 minutes. Transfer the pan to a wire rack to cool for at least 15 minutes before serving. Serve topped with microgreens, herbs or baby lettuces, and accompanied by lemon or lime wedges, for squeezing.
Tips:
- Use high-quality puff pastry for best results. Fresh or frozen puff pastry can be used, but frozen puff pastry should be thawed completely before using.
- Roll out the puff pastry thinly to ensure it is crispy when baked.
- Use a sharp knife to cut the puff pastry into stars. This will help to prevent the pastry from tearing.
- Brush the puff pastry stars with egg wash before baking. This will help them to brown evenly.
- Bake the puff pastry stars in a preheated oven until they are golden brown.
- Allow the puff pastry stars to cool slightly before serving.
Conclusion:
Parmesan puff pastry stars are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or snack. They are perfect for parties or potlucks, and can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create these tasty treats that are sure to impress your friends and family.
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