Puffy Cheese Pastries

Directions

1. 1
   In medium bowl, combine each sheet of puff pastry into a 12x10-inch rectangle.
2. 2
   Brush each with lightly beaten egg.
3. 3
   Sprinkle cheese mixture evenly over each rectangle, leaving a 1/2-inch border.
4. 4
   Roll up pastry jelly-roll fashion, beginning with long side, pressing edges to seal.
5. 5
   Wrap each roll in heavy-duty plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or up to 2 days.
6. 6
   Preheat oven to 425 degrees; line baking sheets with parchment paper.
7. 7
   Unwrap rolls, and cut into 1/4-inch thick slices.
8. 8
   Place on prepared baking sheets, and bake for 8 to 10 minutes or until golden brown.
9. 9
   Let cool on pans for 2 minutes.
10. 10
    Remove from pans, and cool on wire racks.
11. 11
    Serve warm or at room temperature.
12. 12
    To freeze ahead, place wrapped rolls in freezer, and freeze up to 1 month.
13. 13
    Remove from freezer, and let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes.
14. 14
    Cut and bake rolls as directed.