{
  "id": "CAT02-R18",
  "slug": "cat02-r18-pelican-point-datil-pepper-cheddar-straws",
  "url": "https://www.thisisflorida.us/florida-recipes/recipes/cat02-r18-pelican-point-datil-pepper-cheddar-straws.html",
  "title": "Pelican Point Datil Pepper Cheddar Straws",
  "category": "Appetizers & Snacks",
  "category_id": "CAT02",
  "language": "en",
  "yield_servings_base": 4,
  "servings_scale_options": [
    2,
    4,
    6,
    8
  ],
  "prep_time_minutes": 15,
  "cook_time_minutes": 15,
  "total_time_minutes": 30,
  "primary_cooking_method": "OVEN",
  "primary_food": "citrus",
  "vegetarian": true,
  "allergens": [
    "milk",
    "egg",
    "wheat"
  ],
  "ingredients": [
    "1 sheet frozen puff pastry, thawed according to package directions",
    "1 cup finely shredded sharp cheddar (100 g)",
    "½ teaspoon finely minced datil pepper, seeded; use less or omit for mild",
    "1 large egg beaten with 1 teaspoon water",
    "¼ teaspoon smoked paprika",
    "A little flour for rolling",
    "black pepper"
  ],
  "directions": [
    "1. Heat oven to 400°F (205°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment.",
    "2. On a lightly floured surface, unfold the pastry and roll it gently into an even rectangle.",
    "3. Brush with egg wash. Sprinkle cheddar, datil pepper, paprika, and black pepper evenly over half the pastry.",
    "4. Fold the plain half over the cheese side and press gently. Cut into ½-inch strips and twist each strip several times.",
    "5. Place strips on the sheet and bake 12–16 minutes, until puffed and golden. Cool for 5 minutes before serving."
  ],
  "food_safety": "Handle datil pepper carefully; wash hands and tools after cutting and avoid touching eyes."
}