Mushroom Cheese Puffs

Here's a recipe for delicious mushroom cheese puffs:

Mushroom Cheese Puffs

Ingredients:

• 1 sheet of puff pastry, thawed
• 200g mushrooms, finely chopped
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 cup shredded cheese (such as cheddar or mozzarella)
• 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
• Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish, optional)

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven: 

• Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. Prepare the mushroom filling: 

• In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add chopped mushrooms, dried thyme, salt, and pepper. Cook until the mushrooms are soft and any liquid has evaporated, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from heat and let the mixture cool slightly.

3. Prepare the puff pastry: 

• On a lightly floured surface, roll out the puff pastry into a rectangle. Cut the puff pastry into squares, about 3x3 inches each.

4. Add the filling: 

• Spoon a small amount of the mushroom mixture onto the center of each puff pastry square. Top with shredded cheese.

5. Fold and seal the puffs: 

• Fold each puff pastry square over the filling to create a triangle. Press the edges firmly to seal. You can use a fork to crimp the edges for a decorative touch.

6. Brush with egg wash: 

• Place the stuffed puff pastries onto the prepared baking sheet. Brush the tops of the puffs with beaten egg wash. This will give them a golden brown color when baked.

7. Bake: 

• Transfer the baking sheet to the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the puff pastry is golden brown and puffed up.

8. Serve: 

• Once baked, remove the mushroom cheese puffs from the oven and let them cool slightly. Garnish with chopped parsley if desired. Serve warm and enjoy!

These mushroom cheese puffs make a delicious appetizer or snack for any occasion. Feel free to customize the filling with your favorite herbs or additional ingredients for extra flavor. Enjoy!