Savory Sun Dried Tomato Swirls
These savory sun dried tomato swirls are a flavorful and irresistible appetizer that combines the rich taste of sun dried tomatoes with buttery puff pastry. Perfectly golden and flaky, these swirls are filled with a tangy sun dried tomato pesto and sprinkled with Parmesan cheese for an extra layer of deliciousness. Serve them warm and watch them disappear!
ingredients
- 1 sheet of puff pastry, thawed
- ½ cup sun dried tomatoes, packed in oil, drained and chopped
- 2 tablespoons pine nuts
- 1 clove garlic
- 2 tablespoons fresh basil leaves
- 1 tablespoon Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese, for sprinkling
steps
- 1.
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- 2.
In a food processor, combine the sun dried tomatoes, pine nuts, garlic, basil leaves, Parmesan cheese, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Pulse until a thick paste forms.
- 3.
Roll out the puff pastry sheet on a lightly floured surface into a rectangle.
- 4.
Spread the sun dried tomato paste evenly over the puff pastry.
- 5.
Roll up the puff pastry tightly from the long side to form a log shape.
- 6.
Using a sharp knife, gently slice the log into 12 equal-sized swirls.
- 7.
Place the swirls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, spacing them apart.
- 8.
Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese over the swirls.
- 9.
Bake for 15-18 minutes or until the swirls are puffed and golden.
- 10.
Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving.
- 11.
Enjoy these savory sun dried tomato swirls warm as a delightful appetizer or snack!
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