Almond Twists

Directions

1. 1
   Prepare the egg wash: Combine the yolks, whole egg, and milk in a small mixing bowl and whip with a hand whisk until well combined.
2. 2
   Preheat the oven to 400 degrees.
3. 3
   Flour the dough and table as needed to keep the dough from sticking to the table or the rolling pin.
4. 4
   Place the dough on your work surface with a long side facing you.
5. 5
   Use a pastry brush to coat the surface of the rectangle with some egg wash. Liberally sprinkle the ground almonds over the rectangle, followed by the salt and pepper.
6. 6
   Use a sharp paring knife to cut the rectangle into ten 1-inch wide strips.
7. 7
   Next, cut each of these strips into three 4-inch-long pieces.
8. 8
   Flip each strip so that the almonds are on the bottom.
9. 9
   Twist each strip by rolling each end in opposite directions.
10. 10
    Always remember to twist so that the topping faces out --that way you can see how they are flavored.
11. 11
    Place the strips on a parchment paper-covered baking sheet and bake until well risen and golden brown, about 20 minutes.
12. 12
    Cool completely on a wire rack before serving.
13. 13
    These puff pastry items are best eaten the day they are made.