This recipe has three options for a vibrant green filling mirroring the Emerald City. The twisted pastry aligns with the unexpected twists in the story. In addition, the two worlds can be meshed via a light tomato sauce swirl for pink/green effect. Snack is handheld and perfect for movie watching. Kids can help twist the dough for instant participation.

Ingredients:

1 sheet puff pastry, thawed

3/4 cup total “green” filling* (see options below)

1/2 cup shredded mozzarella (if not in filling)

1 egg (optional wash for golden finish)

*Green Filling Options:

Spinach Ricotta Melt: Combine 1/2 cup ricotta, 1/2 cup finely chopped spinach (dry), 1/4 cup mozzarella, pinch salt.

Avocado Mozzarella Smash: Mash 1 ripe avocado, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, 1/4 cup mozzarella, pinch salt.

Green Garlic Butter and Parm: Blend 3 tablespoons softened butter, 2 tablespoons chopped parsley or basil, 1 tablespoon grated parmesan and 1/2 tsp garlic powder.

Directions:

1. Unfold puff pastry into a rectangle.

2. Spread closed green filling evenly over half the sheet in a thin layer.

3. Fold pastry over to cover filling.

4. Cut into 1-inch strips.

5. Twist each strip, and then place in Airfryer basket. Brush lightly with egg wash, if desired.

6. Airfry at 375 degrees for 8-10 minutes until golden and crisp. Serve warm.

Complement with Fantastical Tomato Pizza Dip (gets pinker with more cream, less tomato sauce)

Ingredients:

3/4-1 cup smooth marinara sauce

2-3 tablespoons half and half

1-1 1/2 tablespoon softened cream cheese

Pinch garlic powder and salt

Directions:

Warm marinara over low heat.

Stir in cream and cream cheese until smooth. Simmer until slightly thickened. Add spice

Serve in a bowl with Emerald Twists.