Savory Cheese Pastry Coils (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Pastry Base
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Puff pastry, 2 sheets (500g total), 10x10 inches (25x25cm), 1/8 inch (3mm) thick, chilled to 40°F (4°C)
→ Cheese Components
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Blue cheese, 100g, crumbled to 1/4-inch pieces, at 45°F (7°C)
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Parmesan cheese, 100g, freshly grated, moisture content below 32%
→ Additional Elements
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Raw honey, 2 tablespoons (30ml) at 70°F (21°C)
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Walnuts, 50g, chopped to 1/8-inch pieces
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Fresh thyme leaves, 4g (6-8 sprigs)
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Whole milk, 1 tablespoon (15ml), at 40°F (4°C)
→ Seasonings
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Fine sea salt, 1/4 teaspoon (1.5g)
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Black pepper, 1/8 teaspoon (0.3g), freshly ground
# Instructions:
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Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C) fan-forced or 390°F (200°C) conventional. Position rack in center and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
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Keep pastry chilled at 40°F (4°C) until ready. Unfold on lightly floured surface and roll if needed to achieve a 10x10 inch (25x25cm) square.
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Drizzle honey evenly (1 tablespoon per sheet). Distribute blue cheese evenly (50g per sheet), sprinkle Parmesan (50g per sheet), add walnuts (25g per sheet), scatter thyme leaves uniformly, and season with salt and pepper.
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Roll each sheet tightly starting from the bottom edge. Achieve a final roll diameter of 2 inches (5cm). Slice lengthwise with a sharp knife, cutting through completely but without tearing.
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Twist each strip 4-5 times and form into a spiral, leaving a 1/4-inch gap between layers. Tuck the end underneath to secure. Aim for a final diameter of 8-9 inches (20-23cm).
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Brush with milk using a pastry brush. Bake for 25-30 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 190°F (88°C). Ensure the surface is golden brown and the layers are crisp.
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Serve at 140-150°F (60-66°C) with a fresh green salad, tomato soup (165°F/74°C), balsamic reduction at room temperature, or white wine at 45-50°F (7-10°C).
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Store at room temperature for up to 2 hours, or refrigerate for 3 days at 40°F (4°C). Reheat at 350°F (180°C) for 10 minutes, ensuring an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
# Notes:
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Maintain pastry below 45°F (7°C) while working and fully preheat the oven for optimal results.