Olive Cheese Straws

Name: Olive Cheese Straws
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 17 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 12
Ingredients: 1 sheet frozen puff pastry, thawed according to package directions; 1/3 cup grated aged cheddar cheese; 1/3 cup grated parmesan cheese; 1 cup finely chopped green or kalamata olives; 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves; 1 large egg; 1 teaspoon water; All-purpose flour for dusting

Recipe GLPR5d9549e97d423f

Appetizer

45 min

148 cal

Servings: 12

Oven

SNAP eligible

Golden, crispy pastry straws loaded with aged cheddar, parmesan, briny olives, and fragrant thyme. These savory bites make an impressive appetizer or snack, perfect for entertaining or a quick treat. They can be served warm or at room temperature, and keep for several days in an airtight container.

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Ingredients

1 sheet frozen puff pastry, thawed according to package directions

1/3 cup grated aged cheddar cheese

1/3 cup grated parmesan cheese

1 cup finely chopped green or kalamata olives

1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves

1 large egg

1 teaspoon water

All-purpose flour for dusting

Directions

Allow the puff pastry to thaw according to package directions. On a lightly floured work surface, gently roll out the thawed pastry to about 1/16 inch thickness, creating a rectangle approximately 12 by 30 inches.
In a small bowl, whisk together the egg and water until well combined. Lightly brush this egg wash across the entire surface of the rolled pastry.
Working on one half of the pastry (lengthwise), evenly sprinkle the grated parmesan, cheddar cheese, chopped olives, and fresh thyme. Carefully fold the other half of the pastry over the filling and gently press with a rolling pin to seal. Using a floured knife or pizza cutter, trim the edges to form an even rectangle.
Using your floured knife, cut the pastry into even strips about 1/2 inch wide and 6 inches long. You may twist each strip for visual appeal, or leave them straight. Arrange the strips on a parchment or silicone mat-lined baking sheet.
Refrigerate the pastry strips for at least 10 minutes while preheating your oven to 375°F.
Bake the straws for approximately 15 minutes, until they are golden brown. Carefully turn each straw over and bake for an additional 1 to 2 minutes until the other side is also golden and crispy.
Remove from the oven and allow to cool for a few minutes on the baking sheet. Serve warm or at room temperature. Once completely cooled, store in a tightly sealed airtight container for up to 3 days.

Comments

Grocery List Plus Editorial Staff4

Olive cheese straws tick most boxes for a Charlotte weeknight: puff pastry, cheddar, parmesan, olives, thyme, egg, and flour are all reliable finds at Harris Teeter or Kroger without a special stop, and the ingredient list is modest enough to keep cost per serving around $0.60–$0.75. The 45-minute stated time is honest if you're using thawed store-bought pastry, though assembly and rolling will eat 20 minutes of it; they reheat well in a 350°F oven and work as an appetizer or snack. The real limitation is that this is fussy, attention-light appetizer fare—fine for a party or side to soup, but not a meal for a family, and the yield of 12 straws means you're making enough to feel like the effort justifies it only if you've got a crowd or plan to freeze half.