Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
8 ounce

puff pastry

thawed

3 ounce

parmigiano-reggiano cheese

freshly grated

1 pinch

fresh ground black pepper

10 ounce

prosciutto

thinly sliced

1 unit

egg

beaten

3 tbsp

grana padano

freshly grated

Step 1
~4 min

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2
~4 min

Roll the thawed puff pastry into a very thin rectangle on a lightly floured surface.

Step 3
~4 min

Sprinkle with the grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese and freshly ground black pepper.

Step 4
~4 min

Arrange the thinly sliced prosciutto over the cheese to cover the entire surface.

Step 5
~4 min

Cut the pastry into 3-inch triangles using a pizza cutter.

Step 6
~4 min

Roll each triangle up from the wide end, enclosing the cheese and prosciutto filling.

Step 7
~4 min

Arrange the rolled pastries on a baking sheet and shape them into crescents.

Step 8
~4 min

Brush the tops of the crescents with the beaten egg.

Step 9
~4 min

Sprinkle the brushed crescents with the grated Grana Padano cheese.

Step 10
~4 min

Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until golden brown and crisp.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a richer flavor, use a high-quality prosciutto.

Ensure the puff pastry is cold before rolling to prevent it from sticking.

You can add herbs like rosemary or thyme for extra flavor.

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
Low
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve warm as an appetizer.

Pair with a glass of sparkling wine.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Olives
Artichoke hearts

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Italy

Cultural Significance

Commonly served as an appetizer or snack in Italian cuisine.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Christmas
New Year's Eve

Occasion Tags

Party
Holiday
Game Day

Popularity Score

75/100

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