Parmesan Asparagus Pastry Twists

Step 1

Rinse the asparagus under running water. Cut the hard pale ends off(about 2 inch/5 cm). Place the trimmed asparagus spears in a bowl wide enough so they fit in. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Toss them around or mix with your hands to make sure they are evenly coated.

Step 2

Unfold/unroll the puff pastry sheet. Cut it into about ½ inch (1.5 cm) strips wide. The length will depend on the length of the spears. Take a strip and wrap it around the asparagus spear, leaving some free space in between. Leave the tip free.

Step 3

Place this onto a baking sheet lined with baking paper. Repeat until you are done. Crack the egg into a bowl and beat it to make an egg wash. Brush each asparagus twist with the egg wash (the pastry parts) and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.

Step 4

Bake in a preheated oven at 400°F/200°C for 10 minutes or until the pastry is puffed and golden brown.

Step 5

Serve them warm on their own or with a dip of your choice.