Asiago Pastry Straws

By smclane

Ingredients

• 1 box (15 oz.) Pillsbury® refrigerated pie crusts, softened as directed on box
• 2 tablespoons garlic and herb cream cheese (from 8-oz container)
• 3/4 teaspoon dried rosemary leaves, crushed
• 1/4 cup shredded Asiago cheese

Preparation

Step 1

1. Heat oven to 425°F. Remove 1 crust from pouch; place on work surface. Spread crust evenly with cream cheese; sprinkle with rosemary and cheese. Remove remaining crust from pouch; place over filling. Press firmly over entire crust.

2. Cut into 24 (1/2-inch) strips. Cut middle 20 strips in half; leave 2 uncut strips on each side (See diagram.) Twist each strip 4 to 5 times; place 1 inch apart on ungreased cookie sheets, pressing ends to secure.

3. Bake 9 to 11 minutes or until golden brown. Serve warm or cool.

Serving Suggestion: Using fresh chives, tie a few pastry straws into a bundle and garnish with fresh rosemary and currants.