pancetta and three cheese palmiers

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Wichita, KS
Updated on Nov 7, 2014

With the holidays quickly approaching, we’re all searching for that perfect appetizer for our hungry guests. These Palmiers are easy peasy (lemon squeezy) to make, and the filling can be adapted to just about any combination… sweet or savory. I’ve made them with dark chocolate. And I promise that a plate or two of these on the sideboard are enough to keep your hungry guests at bay. So, you ready… Let’s get into the kitchen.

prep time 20 Min
cook time 20 Min
method Bake
yield 4-6 guests as an appitiser

Ingredients

  • 6 slices pancetta, very thinly sliced
  • 3 ounces feta or goat cheese, softened
  • 3 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup parmesian, grated
  • 2 tablespoons fresh dill, finely chopped
  • 2 teaspoons fresh garlic, minced
  • - salt, kosher variety, to taste
  • - black pepper, freshly ground, to taste
  • 1 - puff pastry sheet
  • 1 medium egg+ water
  • - additional parmesan for sprinkling

How To Make pancetta and three cheese palmiers

  • Step 1
    Gather your ingredients.
  • Step 2
    Combine the cheeses, the dill and the garlic, and season with salt and pepper, to taste.
  • Step 3
    Chef’s Note: If you have the time, let the cheese mixture rest at room temp for about an hour, to give the ingredients a chance to know each other.
  • Step 4
    Defrost and layout a puff pastry sheet on a lightly floured surface.
  • Step 5
    Use a rolling pin to slightly reduce the thickness of the pastry.
  • Step 6
    Spread the cheese mixture over the puff pastry.
  • Step 7
    Lay the pancetta slices over the cheese.
  • Step 8
    Roll up on both short sides.
  • Step 9
    Continue rolling until you meet in the middle.
  • Step 10
    Cut crosswise into 1/4 to 1/2 inch thick slices (0.6 to 1.2cm)
  • Step 11
    Chef’s Tip: To make the slicing easier, place the rolled pastry into the freezer for about 20 minutes. And don’t forget to use a nice sharp knife.
  • Step 12
    While the palmiers are in the freezer, place a rack in the middle position, and preheat the oven to 400f (205c).
  • Step 13
    Place the sliced palmiers on a parchment-lined baking sheet and spread about 1-inch apart (2.5cm)
  • Step 14
    Mix the egg with two tablespoons of water.
  • Step 15
    Brush with the egg wash.
  • Step 16
    Sprinkle with some Parmesan cheese.
  • Step 17
    Place in the preheated oven, and bake for 20 minutes, or until golden brown.
  • Step 18
    Serve while still warm. Enjoy
  • Step 19
    Keep the faith, and keep cooking.

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