Appetizer Spirals Recipes

APPETIZER TORTILLA PINWHEELS

Steps:

• Beat cream cheese, cheese and sour cream until blended. Stir in olives, green chiles, green onions and seasonings., Spread over tortillas; roll up tightly. Wrap each in plastic, twisting ends to seal; refrigerate several hours., Unwrap. Cut into 1/2- to 3/4-in. slices, using a serrated knife. If desired, serve with salsa.

HAM AND CHEESE SPIRALS

Steps:

• In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, garlic, and Italian seasoning.
• On a lightly floured surface, roll out the pizza dough into a 12-inch square. Brush the entire surface with the seasoned olive oil. Top with 1 cup of shredded cheese and an even layer of ham. (Reserve the extra cheese and ham for Round 2 Ham and Cheese Croquettes.)
• Starting from the bottom edge, tightly roll up the dough to form a log. Using a sharp serrated knife, slice the roll on the bias into 1-inch thick pieces. Arrange the rolls on their side on a nonstick or lightly oiled baking sheet. Cover loosely with plastic wrap and allow to sit at room temperature for 30 minutes to proof.
• Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
• In a small bowl, whisk together the egg with 2 tablespoons of water. Brush the tops and sides of the rolls with the egg wash. Bake until golden brown, about 30 to 35 minutes.
• Remove from the oven, transfer to a serving platter and serve.

MEXICAN SPIRALS

Steps:

• In a large bowl, combine cream cheese, chicken, monterey jack, coriander, jalapeno peppers, and cumin.
• Spread mixture evenly over tortillas.
• Roll up each tortilla tightly around chicken mixture.
• Wrap tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
• Just before serving, cut each tortilla roll into 1/2 inch slices.
• Arrange on greased baking sheet, brush with oil, bake in 350 degree oven for 12 to 15 minutes or until lightly browned.
• Serve hot with salsa and sour cream.

PARMESAN SPIRALS

Steps:

• In a bowl, mix cheese and paprika; season with salt and pepper. On a floured surface, roll out pastry to 10 by 14 inches. Brush with egg. Sprinkle with cheese mixture; using a rolling pin, roll mixture into pastry. Roll up pastry, starting from short end. Refrigerate until firm, about 25 minutes. Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Cut roll into 3/8-inch-thick slices. Place on a rimmed baking sheet; bake until golden, 20 to 25 minutes. Cool 5 minutes on sheet; transfer to a rack to cool completely.

APPETIZER SPIRALS

Steps:

• 1. Carefully spread cream cheese on turkey or ham slices. Starting at short end, roll up tightly. Tightly wrap in plastic wrap. Refrigerate at least 2 hours.2. With sharp knife trim ends of each roll. Cut into 1/4-inch slices. Place a basil leaf on each cracker. Top with spiral. Serve immediately.

APPETIZER SPIRALS

Steps:

• 1. Carefully spread cream cheese on turkey or ham slices. Starting at short end, roll up tightly. Tightly wrap in plastic wrap. Refrigerate at least 2 hours.2. With sharp knife trim ends of each roll. Cut into 1/4-inch slices. Place a basil leaf on each cracker. Top with spiral. Serve immediately.

ROAST BEEF HORSERADISH SPIRALS

Steps:

• Combine first 6 ingredients.
• Place the two tortillas on work surface, spread half of cheese over each, top each with half of the roast beef slices, leaving a 1/2 inch border around edges.
• Roll up, wrap tightly in plastic wrap.
• Refrigerate until firm, 30 minutes or up to 1 day ahead.
• cut diagonally into 1/2 inch slices and serve.