Quick Kalitsounia (Feta Cheese Rolls)

KateL's Note:

Entered for safe-keeping, from Kathy Smith, Salt Lake City, Utah, as submitted to BH&G. This is a classic Greek recipe made with refrigerated biscuits. Edited 12/12/08: Per various sources, add a drop or two of water where you want the dough to stick together and press the dough together. Do not add any more water than absolutely necessary.

• Total Time: 18 mins
• Prep Time: 6 mins
• Cook Time: 12 mins

Ingredients:

Serves: 10

Yield: 10.0 rolls

• 1 egg, beaten
• 4 ounces feta cheese, crumbled
• 1 tablespoon parsley, snipped
• 7 1/2 ounces refrigerated buttermilk biscuits (10 biscuits)
• 1 egg, beaten (for glaze)
• 1/2 teaspoon sesame seed, for garnish (or to taste) (optional)

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit. Grease baking sheet or use ungreased silicone baking mat on baking sheet.
2. In a small bowl combine the first beaten egg, the feta cheese, and snipped parsley.
3. Separate biscuits.
4. On a lightly floured surface, roll each biscuit to a 4-inch circle, about 1/8-inch thick.
5. Place 1 tablespoon of the cheese mixture in the center of each dough circle. Fold two opposite edges of circles to center; fold remaining two opposite edges to center, forming a square packet. Pinch edges together to seal.
6. Place rolls seam side up on a greased baking sheet; brush with remaining beaten egg. Sprinkle with sesame seed.
7. Bake at 425 degrees Fahrenheit for 10-12 minutes. Serve hot.

Reviews

[Jensnook]

These were great. I will definitely make again.

[happynana]

We really enjoyed these. I did have a bit of a challenge getting mine to stay together but it doesn't matter because they taste great. I had about 3/4 cup of feta and 1/4 cup of cheddar. Mine baked in 11 minutes; bottoms were done. I did not garnish with sesame seeds. Thanks Kate! Made for win in The Best of 2008 Cookbook Swap.

[breezermom]

Delicious! After getting KateL's permission, I used frozen puff pastry dough. I did get all but two of mine to stick together, and I didn't use water. These were delicious, and I think the puff pastry made them extra light and fluffy. I will definitely be making these again! Thanks for posting the recipe. Made for Zaar 123-4 Tag!