If you are planning on entertaining guests over the holidays, you want to make sure that they have something delicious to snack on. Cheese sticks are perfect for between meals or just when you are enjoying a refreshing beverage. Thanks to this easy recipe, you will never need to buy them again.

Ingredients:

  • ½ a package of frozen puff pastry (17.5 ounces)
  • 2 teaspoons of olive oil
  • 1 pinch of salt and black pepper
  • 1 pinch of cayenne pepper (or to taste)
  • ¼ cup of shredded cheddar cheese
  • 5 tablespoons of shredded Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese (divided)

Directions:

  • Before you start making your cheese sticks, you should preheat your oven to 200 degrees C.
  • Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Place the frozen pastry on a work surface to thaw out.
  • Unfold the pastry onto a floured surface but do not roll it out.
  • Brush olive oil on top of the pastry.
  • Season with salt, black pepper and cayenne pepper.
  • Sprinkle some cheddar cheese and ¼ cup of Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese on top of the dough.
  • Cover the dough with some plastic wrap and press the spices and cheese into the dough.
  • Use a sharp knife or a pizza cutter to cut lines through the dough in the seam areas. This should yield three equal parts.
  • Next cut each piece lengthwise into 9 pieces.
  • Flip the strips upside down before twisting each uncooked stick 9 times. The seasoned side should be on the outside once you are done.
  • Place your cheese sticks onto the baking sheet and sprinkle the rest of your cheese on top.
  • Roll the sticks just enough so that they pick up the excess cheese and to give them the right shape.
  • Bake the breadsticks for about 10 minutes before flipping them over and baking until they are lightly browned.
  • You will know they are done if you are able to pick them up without them drooping.
  • Place your sticks on a rack to cool before serving.

This cheese sticks recipe can be multiplied according to the number of sticks that you need for all your guests. Remember, if you do make extra, you can always store any leftovers in an airtight container for a couple of days.