Italian Pepperoni Cheese Puffs |
|
 |
Prep Time: 20 Minutes Cook Time: 15 Minutes |
Ready In: 35 Minutes Servings: 4 |
|
This is an old original recipe from Better Homes and Gardens. They have a flavor like pizza but snack size! Ingredients:
1 1/4 cups water |
1/2 cup shortening |
1 1/2 cups flour |
4 eggs |
3/4 cup pepperoni, finely chopped |
3/4 cup parmesan cheese, finely shredded (can use romano or pecorino) |
2 tablespoons parsley |
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder |
1/8 teaspoon black pepper |
Directions:
1. Preheat oven to 450 degrees.
2. Lightly grease 2 large baking sheets.
3. Set aside.
4. In a large saucepan, combine water and shortening.
5. Bring to a boil.
6. Add flour all at once stirring vigorously.
7. Cook and stir until mixture forms a ball.
8. Remove from heat.
9. Cool for 10 minutes.
10. Add eggs, one at a time beating well with a wooden spoon after each addition.
11. Stir in pepperoni, cheese, parsley, garlic powder, and pepper.
12. Drop by rounded teaspoons of dough 2 inches apart onto prepared baking sheets.
13. Position the two baking sheets on separate oven racks.
14. Bake for 15-17 minutes or until firm and golden brown, switching oven racks halfway thru baking.
15. Transfer to a wire rack.
16. Repeat, as needed, for remaining dough.
17. Serve warm.
18. If desired, serve with pizza sauce.
|
|