Mushroom-Spinach Pinwheels

Get a head start on these impressive appetizers by preparing and freezing unbaked slices. To serve, bake the frozen slices as directed.


Mushroom-Spinach Pinwheels

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Servings: Makes 28 pinwheels.
Prep Time: 30 mins
Total Time: 50 mins
Related Categories: Mushrooms, Spinach, Vegetable Appetizers
 
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Ingredients
  • 1  8-ounce package
    reduced-fat cream cheese (Neufchatel), softened
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  • 2/3  cup
    butter, softened
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  • 1  cup
    all-purpose flour
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  • 1  cup
    self-rising flour
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  • 1  10-ounce package
    frozen chopped spinach
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  • 2  tablespoons
    butter
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  • 2-1/2  cups
    chopped fresh mushrooms
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  • 1  large
    onion, chopped (1 cup)
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  • 1  tablespoon
    all-purpose flour
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  • 1/2  teaspoon
    salt
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  • 1/2  teaspoon
    dried oregano, crushed
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  • 1/2  teaspoon
    lemon juice
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  • 1/8  teaspoon
    garlic powder
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  • 1/4  cup
    grated Parmesan cheese
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  • egg white
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  • 1  tablespoon
    water
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Directions
1.
In a large mixing bowl beat together cream cheese and the 2/3 cup butter. Add the 1 cup all-purpose flour and the self-rising flour; beat well. Divide dough into two balls; wrap and chill 30 to 60 minutes or until dough is easy to handle.
2.
For filling, cook spinach according to package directions; drain well, squeezing out excess liquid. Set aside. In a large skillet melt the 2 tablespoons butter. Add mushrooms and onion. Cook and stir over medium heat about 3 minutes or until onion is tender. Add spinach, the 1 tablespoon flour, the salt, oregano, lemon juice, and garlic powder. Cook and stir until mixture thickens. Stir in Parmesan cheese; set aside to cool.
3.
On a floured surface, roll one pastry ball to a 12x7-inch rectangle. Spread dough with half the spinach mixture, leaving a 1/2-inch border around edges. Starting from a short side, roll up dough and filling. Moisten edges with water; pinch to seal. Cover and chill for 1 hour. Repeat with remaining pastry and spinach mixture.
4.
Slice logs into 1/2-inch slices. Place slices on ungreased baking sheets. Combine egg white and water. Brush slices with egg white mixture. Bake in a 400 degree F oven about 20 minutes or until golden brown. Transfer to wire racks; let cool. Makes 28 pinwheels.

Make-Ahead Tip
Prepare and slice pinwheels; place in freezer-safe containers, placing a double thickness of waxed paper between layers. Seal, label, and freeze up to 3 months. To serve, bake as directed.

Nutrition information
Calories 101, Total Fat 7 g, Saturated Fat 4 g, Cholesterol 19 mg, Sodium 190 mg, Carbohydrate 8 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 2 g. Daily Values: Vitamin A 11%, Vitamin C 2%, Calcium 2%, Iron 4%. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet
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