23 Jan Chicken Boursin Bundles

CHICKEN BOURSIN BUNDLES

4 ounces Boursin garlic and herb cheese*

2 cups chopped cooked chicken

1 tablespoon chopped onion

2 tablespoon milk

Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

1 package frozen puff pastry, thawed

1 egg, beaten well

1 teaspoon water

6-8 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

1. Combine Boursin cheese, chicken, onion, milk, salt and pepper in a bowl and mix well.
2. Roll out puff pastry into 1 large square.  Cut that square into small  squares.
3. Spoon 2 tablespoons of chicken mixture into the center of each pastry square.  Bring the four corners together in the center, pinching seams to seal.  Twist top to make it look like a flower, bending back petals.
4. Beat the egg with water in a small bowl.  Brush the top of each pastry bundle with egg wash.
5. Sprinkle cheese on top of each bundle.
6. Place bundles on a parchment covered baking sheet.
7. Bake at 350 degrees for 20 to 25 minutes (less if using convection heat) or until golden brown.

*MAKE YOUR OWN: 4 ounces cream cheese, 2 large garlic cloves, smashed

And ¼ cup assorted herbs finely minced with scissors.  Combine well and refrigerate until ready to use.  (Make a day ahead).

EQUIPMENT NEEDED:

Medium bowl                       Rubber Spatula                      Rolling pin

Sharp knife                        Soup spoon                             Flat whisk

Small bowl                          Baking sheet                         Cutting board