Pastry Perfection - 14 recipes
Savory pastry appetizers always impress! They can be simple with one or two ingredients or stuffed with seafood, cheeses, mushrooms, herbs and more. Try our recipes for these memorable morsels!
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Mushroom Puffs
By cborrelli
Details
Servings 3
Preparation time 20
Cooking time 110
- 1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese, softened, plain or buttery garlic and herb
- 1 (8-ounce) can mushroom pieces and stems, drained and chopped
- 1/4 cup onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 tablespoon green onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 teaspoon hot sauce
- 1 large egg
- 1 (17.3-ounce) package frozen puff pastry sheets, thawed
- Parchment paper
- 2 teaspoons freshly ground pepper
These Mushroom Puffs are a scrumptious way to start any meal, whether you are gearing up for the Super Bowl or spen...
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Mini Sloppy Joe Phyllo Cups
By dkanon
These yummy Mini Sloppy Joe Phyllo Cups make for a fun snack or appetizer for any occasion or festivity
- 1 tablespoon canola oil
- 1 pound ground turkey
- 1 (16-ounces) can Hunts® Manwich® Bold Sloppy Joe Sauce
- 4 (15-count each) packages Athens® Mini Fillo Shells
- 1 (11-ounce) bag coleslaw, prepared
Shiitake & Roasted Red Pepper Puff Pastry Tart
By John_Merillat
Almonds and tarragon may seem like unusual additions to a mushroom and pepper tart, but the combination is simply a...
- 1 (9-ounce) sheet frozen puff pastry, thawed
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 cups (8-ounces) shiitake mushrooms, stemmed and coarsely chopped
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 1/3 cup (4-ounces) jarred roasted red peppers, patted dry and coarsely chopped
- 1 1/2 cups (4-ounces) Gruyère, coarsely grated
- 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh tarragon, plus 1 teaspoon
- 3 tablespoons almonds, sliced
Spinach Bacon Cheese Puffs
By Susan52
These Spinach Bacon Cheese Puffs are sure to be a hit at your next gathering, whether it's during the holidays or a...
- 1 (4-ounce) package cream cheese, softened
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon dried dill
- 2 packed cups chopped fresh spinach
- 3/4 cup crumbled feta
- 3 slices crispy cooked bacon, crumbled
- Coarse salt and fresh ground black pepper
- 1 (8.7-ounce) sheet frozen puff pastry, thawed and cut into 9 squares
- 1 tablespoon butter, melted
Mini Gruyere Puffs
By amt2mf
These cheese puffs are easy to make and everyone is guaranteed to love them--might want to go ahead and double the ...
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1/2 teaspoon dried basil, crushed
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic salt
- dash ground red pepper
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 cup Gruyere or Swiss cheese, shredded
- 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese, grated
Veggie Pizza Appetizer
By LynnK
I like this Veggie Pizza made with ranch dressing better than other versions made with sour cream and dill
- 2 packages crescent rolls, or 1 package large crescent roll sheet
- 3/4 cup mayonnaise
- 2 (8-ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
- 1 package dry Hidden Valley Ranch dressing mix
- 4 cups raw vegetables, chopped; examples: broccoli, cauliflower, green pepper, onion, tomatoes, cucumbers, radishes
- 1/2 cup sliced black olives, optional
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, grated
Chili Dog Puffs
By carvalhohm
A quick and easy appetizer that everyone will love
- 1 (8-ounce) package refrigerated crescent rolls (8 rolls)
- 1/2 cup (from a 15-ounce can) canned chili
- 2 hot dogs, each sliced into 8 equal pieces
Bacon Asparagus Pastry Twists
By á-6184
Bacon and puff pastry wrap tender asparagus spears for this delightful appetizer
- 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
- 6 to 8 slices bacon
- 12-15 asparagus spears
- 1 egg, beaten
- Salt
- Pepper
Spinach Artichoke Bites
By mjohnmeyer
Quick and easy to make, these Spinach Artichoke Bites are the perfect appetizer to accompany your next party or cel...
- 1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 cloves garlic, peeled and minced
- 1 (14-ounce) can artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
- 1 cup frozen spinach, chopped thawed and drained
- 2 tubes refrigerated crescent rolls
- mozzarella, shredded to taste
Chef John's Party Cheese Puffs
By á-4084
These spicy, cheesy, herb-filled appetizers are perfect for your next party or gathering
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1 pinch salt
- 1/2 cup flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1/2 cup sharp Cheddar or Gruyere cheese, shredded
- Pinch cayenne pepper
Chipotle Creamed Spinach Phyllo Cups
By jenlin
These spicy, crunchy, spinach-filled phyllo cups are the perfect way to start any dinner party or social gathering
- 1 (10-ounce) package baby spinach
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
- 1 small red onion, finely diced
- 2 tablespoons flour
- 2 cups milk
- 2 tablespoons grated parmesan
- 1 1/2 teaspoon chipotle flavored hot sauce
- 1/4 teaspoon grated nutmeg
- 45 mini phyllo shells
Cheese Bacon Wrapped Pastry Twists
By Booper-2
Fairly simple to make, these Cheese Bacon Wrapped Pastry Twists are perfect for the holidays, but delicious anytime...
- 1 (17-ounce) package frozen puff pastry
- 1 egg, beaten
- 1 to 2 teaspoons cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, finely shredded or a mix of your favorite cheeses
- 26 to 30 pieces bacon, thin cut or 18 pieces of thin cut bacon sliced in half lengthwise
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, minced, or sage or thyme
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
Mini Puffs with Goat Cheese & Herbs
By sandiB2010
You can bake and freeze the pastry for these little puffs in advance, but wait to add the cheesy, creamy herb filli...
- PASTRY:
- 1/4 cup water
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1/4 cup butter, cut up
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 2/3 cup all-purpose flour
- 3 eggs, divided
- FILLING:
- 4 ounces cream cheese with chive and onion
- 3 ounces soft goat cheese
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, snipped
- 2 teaspoons fresh dill or basil, snipped
- 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Spinach & Brie Puff Pastries
By MissAlyssaG
These delicious puffed, golden pastries are stuffed with fresh spinach and brie cheese
- 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
- 4 thin slices Brie, or more to taste
- 1 egg beaten
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg, freshly grated
- 1 puff pastry, thawed if frozen
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Sesame and poppy seeds for decoration
Savory Palmiers from Ina Garten
By Foodiewife, A Feast for the Eyes
Puffy pastry is so easy to work with
- 1 package frozen puff pastry, thawed
- 1/4 cup prepared pesto, store bought or homemade (recipe follows)
- 1/2 cup crumbled goat cheese, such as Montrachet (I used feta cheese)
- 1/4 cup finely chopped sundried tomatoes in oil, drained
- 1/4 cup toasted pine nuts
- Kosher salt (optional)
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