Make crisp Comté cheese and paprika twists for a savoury garnish. These homemade cheese crisps add texture and flavour to soups, salads and appetizers.
Preheat the oven to 450°F/230°C.
Put the puff pastry sheet flat on parchment paper over a cutting board and freeze for 5 minutes. Brush the whole top surface with . Place the paprika in a small sieve and dust all over. Sprinkle the grated cheese over top.
Put back in the freezer for a few minutes if the becomes too soft. Cut into 8 regular strips of 1/2 inch by 8 inches. Take each strip and twist, then place back on the parchment paper set over a cookie sheet.
Bake in the preheated oven for about 7 to 12 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from the oven and allow to cool on a cooling rack.
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Let cheese come to room temperature before serving or melting for the best texture and flavor. You'll find techniques like this one across our full course library.
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