PUFFY LOBSTER TURNOVERS

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Tender bits of lobster are nestled in golden brown puff pastry for an easy, elegant appetizer. Get ready to hand out the recipe to party guests!-Benny Diaz, Azusa, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 25m

Yield 16 appetizers.

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1 cup chopped fresh lobster meat
1/4 cup finely chopped onion
1 teaspoon minced fresh basil
1 teaspoon minced fresh thyme
1 teaspoon paprika
1 garlic clove, minced
1 teaspoon tomato paste
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
2 packages (17.3 ounces each) frozen puff pastry, thawed
1 egg, lightly beaten

Steps:

In a small skillet, combine the first nine ingredients. Cook and stir over medium heat for 4-5 minutes or until lobster is firm and opaque; set aside. , Unfold puff pastry. Using a 4-in. round cookie cutter, cut out four circles. Place on a greased baking sheet. Repeat with remaining pastries. Spoon 1 tablespoon lobster mixture in the center of each circle. Brush edges with egg; fold dough over filling. Press edges to seal. , Bake at 400° for 8-10 minutes or until puffy and golden brown. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 167 calories, Fat 9g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 20mg cholesterol, Sodium 160mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 5g protein.