Red-Pepper Straws

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
2. 2
   Saute shallot and roasted red pepper in olive oil, along with red pepper flakes (if using), 4-5 minutes.
3. 3
   Let cool.
4. 4
   Stir in both cheeses.
5. 5
   Roll 1 sheet puff pastry to 1/6-inch thickness.
6. 6
   Trim to about 16x8-inch rectangle.
7. 7
   Spread red-pepper mixture over dough.
8. 8
   Roll out the other sheet to same dimensions and place over first sheet.
9. 9
   Press lightly to seal.
10. 10
    Lightly brush with water and a sprinkle more grated cheese.
11. 11
    Cut dough into 24 eight-inch-long strips.
12. 12
    Twist each strip and transfer to 2 parchment-lined baking sheets.
13. 13
    Chill for 20 minutes.
14. 14
    Bake for 15 minutes.
15. 15
    E N J O Y !