Cheese straws

Irresistibly moreish – make plenty as they’ll disappear fast.

Makes 12 • Ready in 40 mins

125g mixed grated cheese (such as Cheddar, Gruyere and Parmesan)

Pinch of cayenne pepper

375g pack ready-rolled puff pastry at room temperature

1tsp Marmite, mustard or anchovy paste

1 Mix the cheeses with cayenne and season well. Unroll the pastry and brush with a little Marmite, mustard or anchovy paste. Sprinkle over most of the cheese and press down lightly. Cut the pastry widthways into 2cm strips.

2 Twist each strip, place on a baking tray and sprinkle over the remaining cheese. Chill for 10 mins.

3 Heat the oven to 200C/Gas 6. Bake the cheese straws for 10-15 mins until golden and crisp.

Per serving: 159 cals, 11g fat, 6g sat fat, 11g carbs