Crescent Wrapped Gouda

Directions

1. 1
   Heat oven to 350°.
2. 2
   Cut cheese round in half crosswise to form 2 circles.
3. 3
   Remove wax.
4. 4
   Separate dough into 4 rectangles.
5. 5
   Firmly press perforations to seal.
6. 6
   Place one rectangle on top of a second, repeat with remaining rectangle.
7. 7
   Press each into a 6-inch square.
8. 8
   Place cheese circle in center of each.
9. 9
   Pull corners to center top of cheese.
10. 10
    Press tightly against cheese twist dough in center to seal.
11. 11
    Twist off excess dough.
12. 12
    Press seams to seal.
13. 13
    Cut out decorative shapes from leftover dough.
14. 14
    Place on top of Gouda. Brush with egg.
15. 15
    Place 3 inches apart on ungreased cookie sheet. Bake at 350° for 18 to 20 minutes.
16. 16
    Cool 10 minutes before serving. Yields 8 servings.