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Macedonian Pork and Cheese Baked Bites

Name: Macedonian Pork and Cheese Baked Bites
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Macedonian
Ingredients: 1 lb pork; 1/2 cup shredded sheep milk cheese; 1/4 cup lard; 1 tsp paprika; 1 tsp garlic powder; 1 tsp salt; 1/2 tsp black pepper; 1 sheet store-bought puff pastry; 1 egg (for egg wash)

Small, savory bites filled with seasoned pork and cheese, perfect as a snack or appetizer.

35 minutes4 servings

Method

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a skillet, cook pork until fully cooked, then shred.
Add shredded cheese and lard to the skillet, mix well.
Season with paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
Roll out puff pastry, cut into small squares.
Place a small amount of the pork mixture onto each pastry square.
Brush edges with egg wash, fold over, and seal.
Bake for 12-15 minutes until golden brown.
For whole cuts, check a minimum internal temperature of 63°C (145°F), then rest for at least 3 minutes before serving.

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