00:03These twisted beauties are about to become your secret weapon for looking like a culinary genius without breaking a sweat.
00:10Picture buttery puff pastry wrapped around crispy bacon, tangy blue cheese, and sweet chili jam, all twisted into elegant golden spirals.
00:18The combination of salty bacon, creamy blue cheese, and sweet spicy jam creates flavor fireworks that'll impress your guests.
00:24Ingredients include 1 sheet of ready-rolled puff pastry, 2 tablespoons of sweet chili jam, 1 beaten egg, 50 grams of blue cheese, 6 slices of streaky bacon, half a cup of parmesan cheese, and 1 tablespoon of sesame seeds.
00:40Heat oven to 180 degrees Celsius. Unroll the pastry and let it sit briefly. Spread chili jam over one half of the pastry.
00:48Crumble blue cheese and scatter chopped bacon over the jam. Fold the uncovered half over the filled half and seal.
00:54Brush with egg wash. Sprinkle with parmesan and sesame seeds. Cut into one-inch strips and twist each strip three times.
01:02Bake for 20 minutes until golden brown and crispy. Cool briefly before serving.
01:07Variations include gluten-free options using gluten-free pastry, dairy-free modifications with dairy alternatives, or vegetarian versions omitting bacon and adding vegetables or nuts.
01:17The straws pair well with crisp white wines or light beers.
01:21They can be made ahead and frozen uncooked or stored for up to two days after baking.
01:27For best results, keep pastry cold, avoid overfilling, and don't open the oven during baking.
01:33Each straw holds 145 calories and balances textures flawlessly.
01:38They seem intricate but are simple to make, ensuring your guests love the recipe.
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