Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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12
servings
2 unit

eggs

beaten

2 cup

shredded mozzarella cheese

shredded

1 tsp

dried parsley

dried

1 pinch

garlic powder

powdered

1 pinch

onion powder

powdered

1 pinch

salt

1 pinch

black pepper

ground

17.5 ounce

frozen puff pastry

thawed

2 tsp

water

2 tbsp

sesame seeds

Step 1
~3 min

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a baking sheet.

Step 2
~3 min

Beat 1 egg in a medium bowl.

Step 3
~3 min

Mix in the shredded mozzarella cheese, dried parsley, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.

Step 4
~3 min

On a lightly floured surface, cut each sheet of puff pastry into 6 equal squares.

Step 5
~3 min

This gives you 12 squares in total.

Step 6
~3 min

Beat the remaining egg with water in a small bowl to make an egg wash.

Step 7
~3 min

Brush edges of each pastry square lightly with the egg wash.

Step 8
~3 min

Place a heaping tablespoon of the cheese mixture in the center of each square.

Step 9
~3 min

Fold the pastry over the filling to form a triangle or rectangle.

Step 10
~3 min

Seal edges with a fork to prevent filling from leaking.

Step 11
~3 min

Transfer the filled pastries to the prepared baking sheet.

Step 12
~3 min

Brush the tops with the remaining egg wash.

Step 13
~3 min

Sprinkle with sesame seeds.

Step 14
~3 min

Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, or until golden brown.

Step 15
~3 min

Serve immediately.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Ensure puff pastry is cold before using for best results.

Brush with egg wash for a golden brown color.

Experiment with different cheese fillings.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be assembled ahead of time and baked just before serving.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Moderate (cheesy, pastry)
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve warm with a side of marinara sauce.

Serve with a dollop of sour cream or Greek yogurt.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Mediterranean salad
Hummus and pita bread

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Turkey

Cultural Significance

Popular in Sephardic Jewish cuisine.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Holidays
Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Party
Snack
Appetizer
Brunch

Popularity Score

75/100

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