Pesto Cheese Roll-ups

I have always loved appetizers.  Something about a little bite size piece of food that seems so great to me.  I think it is also due to my mom, she loved to throw a party! When I was growing up, we would have an annual Christmas party every year and it was a huge planning and organizing event in my house.  My mom would plan what she would serve for weeks and sometimes months in advance.  She would finally figure out exactly what she wanted and we would work together in the kitchen to prepare everything.  My mom has taught me so much!  Inside and out of the kitchen.  She is an amazing lady and I’m so happy she’s my mom!  So mom, if your reading this thanks for all the memories and being a wonderful mom.  I love you!

Now these roll-ups are super easy and quick.  A key factor in my busy house.  And what’s even better…they taste super delicious!  They are perfect for a little snack or for a party appetizer.  They remind me of little pizza roll-ups.  I used some of my favorite flavors and ingredients but you could easily make these your own.  Maybe add chicken?  I think that will be my next addition to these delicious roll-ups.  So if your looking for a casual appetizer or for a snack give these a try.

Pesto Cheese Roll-Ups

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10 ounces of pizza dough

3 ounce cream cheese, softened

4 ounces tomato and basil feta cheese, crumbed

2 tbsp sun-dried tomatoes, chopped

2 tbsp fresh basil, chopped

1 tbsp pesto

1 tbsp milk

2 tbsp olive oil

1/2 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded

Instructions:

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

In a medium bowl, stir together cream cheese, feta, sundried tomatoes, basil, pesto and milk until combined. Set aside.

On a lightly floured surface, roll out dough into a 14×10 inch rectangle. Using a pizza cutter or knife cut dough down the middle to make two even pieces.

Take half of the pesto cheese mixture and line down the center of one of the pizza dough rectangles. Then take each end and fold in. Then starting with the side closest, roll dough up into a roll. Continue with the remaining dough and pesto cheese mixture to make second roll.

Place the rolls onto the prepared baking sheet seam side down. Brush the tops of each roll with olive oil.

Bake rolls for 15 -17 minutes.

Remove rolls after 15 to 17 minutes and sprinkle mozzerella cheese on top. Place back in oven and bake for another 3 to 4 minutes until cheese is melted and slightly golden.

Allow rolls to cool for 5 to 10 minutes. Once they are slightly cooled cut into 1-inch pieces, using a serrated knife.

Serve warm with pizza or tomato sauce for dipping. Enjoy!!