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Apple Cheddar Pinwheels

Michele Pesula Kuegler
Apples, show us your savory side!
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Course Appetizer
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 2 cups diced apples
  • 1 teaspoon dried sage
  • Salt & pepper optional
  • 1 cup grated sharp cheddar
  • 1 sheet puff pastry

Instructions
 

  • In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
  • Saute the apples for 4 minutes.
  • Remove from heat and stir in the sage; season with salt and/or pepper, if desired
  • Unroll the puff pastry.
  • Roll out to 10” x 12” rectangle.
  • Sprinkle apples on dough, leaving 1” margins on the long sides.
  • Top with grated cheddar.
  • With long side of the dough facing you, roll the dough around the apple mixture.
  • Place in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
  • Preheat oven to 400 F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Cut the roll into 1/2 inch slices and arrange pieces on the lined baking sheet.
  • Bake for 25 minutes or until golden.
  • See notes below for optional toppings.

Notes

Optional toppings:
1. Combine equal parts yellow mustard & apple butter, and serve as a dip.
2. Drizzle a small amount of honey on each slice.