Cashew & Walnut Pesto Twists

INGREDIENTS

2 sheets puff pastry

1 cup grated mozzarella cheese

40 grams parmesan 

1 beaten egg


Pesto 

2 cups Basil leaves

¼ cup FreshLife Natural Cashews 

¼ cup FreshLife Californian Walnuts

2 cloves garlic

¼ cup grated parmesan 

Juice half 1 lemon 

Olive oil 

Salt 

Pepper

METHOD

  • In a blender, add the FreshLife walnuts, cashews, parmesan cheese, Superb Herb basil, garlic, lemon juice, salt and pepper. Blitz for 30 seconds scraping down the sides for an even mix. Add a splash of olive oil & blitz again. 

  • Set aside

  • Roll out one sheet of pastry on a clean surface. Spread the pesto all over leaving a small gap around the edges. Sprinkle over the mozzarella cheese. Place the other sheet of pastry on top.

  • Using a sharp knife, cut vertical strips. Pinch the ends together and twist.

  • Transfer to a lined baking tray. Brush with beaten egg. Sprinkle over the parmesan cheese.

  • Place into the oven & cook to the instructions of the pastry packet.

  • Bake for 20 -25 minutes at 190 °C until golden brown.

  • Serve on their own or with your favourite dip.

 
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