W/W 0 Point Cheese Twists

Ingredients:

• 2 sheets of reduced-fat puff pastry (thawed)
• 1/2 cup grated reduced-fat Parmesan cheese
• 1/2 cup grated reduced-fat mozzarella cheese
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon dried basil (or your preferred dried herb)
• Cooking sprayInstructions:

  1. Preheat the Oven:

  • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

  2. Prepare the Cheese Mixture:

  • In a mixing bowl, combine the grated Parmesan cheese, grated mozzarella cheese, garlic powder, and dried basil. Mix well.

  3. Roll Out the Puff Pastry:

  • Lay out one sheet of thawed reduced-fat puff pastry on a lightly floured surface.
  • Roll it out slightly to even it out.

  4. Add the Cheese Mixture:

  • Sprinkle half of the cheese mixture evenly over the puff pastry sheet.

  5. Create Layers:

  • Carefully place the second puff pastry sheet on top of the first one, sandwiching the cheese mixture in between.

  6. Cut into Strips:

  • Using a sharp knife or a pizza cutter, cut the layered puff pastry sheets into strips, about 1-inch wide.

  7. Twist the Strips:

  • Take each strip and twist it gently to create a spiral shape.

  8. Place on Baking Sheet:

  • Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with cooking spray.
  • Place the cheese twists on the baking sheet, leaving a little space between each one.

  9. Bake:

  • Bake in the preheated oven for about 12-15 minutes or until the cheese twists are golden brown and puffed up.

  10. Cool and Serve:

  • Allow the cheese twists to cool slightly before serving.