Herb pastries are delicious and perfect for any occasion. You can serve them as a snack or as part of a meal. And the best part is that you can easily make them at home with just a few ingredients.

Ingredients

To make herb pastries, you will need the following ingredients:.

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cut into small pieces
• 1/4 cup ice-cold water
• 1 tablespoon fresh herbs, finely chopped (such as rosemary, thyme, or sage)

Instructions

Follow these simple instructions to make your handmade herb pastries:.

1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour and salt.
2. Add the cold butter and, using a pastry cutter or your fingers, work the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
3. Slowly add ice-cold water, 1 tablespoon at a time, and mix until a dough forms.
4. Stir in the fresh herbs.
5. Tightly wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
6. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
7. On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough to 1/8-inch thickness. Cut the dough into desired shapes using a cookie cutter or knife.
8. Arrange the herb pastries on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
9. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown.
10. Remove from oven and let cool on a wire rack.

Variations

There are endless variations to the basic herb pastry recipe. Here are a few ideas:.

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• Add grated cheese to the dough.
• Use different herbs, such as parsley, oregano, or basil.
• Brush the pastries with an egg wash before baking to give them a shiny finish.
• Sprinkle coarse sea salt or herbs on top of the pastries before baking.
• Make sweet pastries by adding sugar and cinnamon to the dough and filling them with jam or nutella.

Serving Suggestions

Herb pastries are versatile and can be served in many different ways:.

• As an appetizer with a dip, such as hummus or tzatziki.
• As a side dish to soup or salad.
• As a snack with some cheese and fruit.
• As a dessert with coffee or tea.

Conclusion

Handmade herb pastries are easy to make and can be customized to suit any occasion. The combination of buttery dough and fresh herbs is irresistible.

Whether you serve them as an appetizer or as a dessert, your guests will be impressed by your baking skills.