Alouette Cheese Fig Cheese Straws

The creamy cheese pairs perfectly with the fig spread in this tasty recipe.

Prep time: 15 minutes

Cook time: about 15 minutes

Stand time: about 15 minutes

1 (17.3-oz.) package frozen puff pastry, thawed according to package

    directions

6 tablespoons Alouette Basil Parmesan or Caramelized Onion Spreadable

     Cheese

6 tablespoons Dalmatia Fig Spread

1 egg mixed with 1 tablespoon water

Preheat oven to 400°F and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper. Warm the cheese and fig spread in the microwave for about 5 seconds to soften. (This will make it easier to spread onto the puff pastry.) Working with one sheet at a time, unfold puff pastry on a lightly floured board and roll out to make slightly thinner. Spread cheese evenly over the puff pastry, then spread fig spread evenly over cheese. Top with the second sheet of puff pastry and press the surface lightly to seal in ingredients. Cut in half, then cut each half into 12 equal strips with a very sharp knife. Twist as tightly as possible to enclose filling. Place on prepared baking sheet and brush with egg wash. Bake for 15 minutes, then crack oven and let stand for 15 minutes or until crisp. Let stand in oven until completely cool and crisp Store in an airtight container until ready to serve. (Best served the same day.) Makes 24 straws.