GROUND MEAT & CHEESE PUFF PASTRY ROLL This ground meat and cheese roll is a real treat – crispy on the outside, hearty and juicy on the inside!

Instructions:

1. Prepare the meat filling:
   Heat a bit of oil in a pan and sauté the finely diced onion with the chopped garlic until soft and golden brown. Add the ground beef and cook, stirring, until fully cooked through. Make sure to break up the meat well so it has a fine, even texture.

2. Season and bind the filling:
   Remove the pan from heat and allow the meat mixture to cool slightly. Then add the egg, breadcrumbs, mustard, paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper to taste. Mix thoroughly until a firm mixture forms. Fold in the grated cheese – this adds a melty, flavorful touch to the filling. Finally, stir in the chopped parsley for a fresh note.

3. Prepare the puff pastry:
   Roll out the puff pastry on a lightly floured surface into a rectangle. Make sure it’s not too thick so it turns nice and crispy when baked.

4. Fill and shape the roll:
   Spread the prepared meat mixture evenly over the pastry, leaving about a 1 cm border on the edges to prevent overflow when rolling. Carefully roll the pastry up into a long roll.

5. Brush and bake:
   Beat the egg yolk and brush it over the roll. This will give it a beautiful golden brown color while baking. Place the roll on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake in a preheated oven at 180°C (160°C fan) for 30–35 minutes, until golden and crispy.

6. Serve:
   Let the roll cool slightly before slicing so the filling stays intact. Cut into slices and serve warm. It goes perfectly with a fresh salad or as a savory finger food at a party.