Garlic Straws – Nsvhol

These Garlic Straws are the ultimate crowd-pleasing appetizer, offering a delightful contrast between buttery, flaky puff pastry and a savory, aromatic filling. The combination of fresh garlic juice, milk, paprika, and sharp Parmesan cheese creates a rich, umami-packed flavor profile that is irresistible. Perfect for game day gatherings, holiday parties, or as a sophisticated starter before a main course, they are incredibly easy to prepare with pantry staples. The straws bake until golden brown and puffed, providing a satisfying crunch in every bite. Serve them warm, piled high for a rustic presentation that invites sharing. This recipe is a reliable favorite that delivers big flavor with minimal effort.

Cooking Method: Baking

Cuisine: Italian

Courses: Appetisers

Difficulty: Advanced

Servings: 20

Calories: 249.1

Dietary: Vegetarian

Description

These Garlic Straws are the ultimate crowd-pleasing appetizer, offering a delightful contrast between buttery, flaky puff pastry and a savory, aromatic filling. The combination of fresh garlic juice, milk, paprika, and sharp Parmesan cheese creates a rich, umami-packed flavor profile that is irresistible. Perfect for game day gatherings, holiday parties, or as a sophisticated starter before a main course, they are incredibly easy to prepare with pantry staples. The straws bake until golden brown and puffed, providing a satisfying crunch in every bite. Serve them warm, piled high for a rustic presentation that invites sharing. This recipe is a reliable favorite that delivers big flavor with minimal effort.

Ingredients

1/2 pound Puff pastry
2-3 cloves garlic, juiced
2 oz milk
1 tsp paprika
1 tbsp Parmesan cheese, grated
to taste salt
to taste cayenne pepper

Directions

1
Preheat oven to 425&# 194;Â°F (218ÃÂ°C).
2
In a small bowl, mix the garlic juice with most of the milk, reserving a little milk for brushing later.
3
In another small bowl, combine the paprika, Parmesan cheese, salt, and cayenne pepper.
4
On a lightly floured surface, roll out the puff pastry into a thin rectangle.
5
Brush half of the garlic-milk mixture over the entire surface of the pastry.
6
Sprinkle half of the Parmesan-paprika mixture evenly over one half of the pastry.
7
Fold the unseasoned half of the pastry over the seasoned half.
8
Gently roll out the folded pastry again into a thin rectangle, ensuring it is no more than 1/4 inch thick.
9
Repeat the process: brush with the remaining garlic-milk mixture and sprinkle with the remaining Parmesan-paprika mixture.
10
Using a sharp knife or pastry cutter, cut the pastry into strips approximately 1/2 inch wide and 6 inches long.
11
Arrange the straws on greased baking sheets, spacing them at least one inch apart to allow for rising.
12
Bake for 7 to 10 minutes, or until the straws are well-risen, puffed, and golden brown.
13
Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 20

Amount Per Serving
Calories 249.1kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 12.5g20%
Saturated Fat 5.7g29%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 207.7mg9%
Total Carbohydrate 30.1g11%
Dietary Fiber 0.6g3%
Sugars 0.9g
Protein 4.0g8%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

Serve warm, piled onto each other log cabin style for a rustic presentation.

For a vegan version, use vegan puff pastry and a nutritional yeast or vegan Parmesan substitute.

Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. Reheat in the oven at 350ÃÂ°F for 5 minutes to restore crispiness.

Do not overcrowd the baking sheet, as this may result in soggy straws.

Keywords: garlic straws, puff pastry, appetizer, parmesan, savory snacks, baking, game day food, easy recipes, garlic bread alternative, party food, crispy pastry, italian inspired

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