Crispy cheesy party appetizer (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ For the Rolls

01 - 8 oz feta cheese, crumbled (high-quality for best flavor)
02 - 1 cup ricotta cheese
03 - 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves (optional)
04 - 6 sheets phyllo pastry, thawed if frozen and cut in half lengthwise
05 - ¼ cup melted butter or olive oil for brushing

→ For the Chili Honey

06 - ¼ cup honey (light, runny type works best)
07 - ½ tsp red chili flakes, adjust to taste

# Instructions:

01 - In a medium mixing bowl, combine the crumbled feta, ricotta cheese, and thyme leaves (if using). Stir until the mixture is well combined and smooth, ensuring the feta and ricotta are evenly distributed. Set aside.
02 - Unroll the phyllo pastry sheets and keep them covered with a damp kitchen towel to prevent drying out. Cut each sheet in half lengthwise to create 12 strips.
03 - Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
04 - Place one strip of phyllo pastry on a clean work surface. Lightly brush it with melted butter or olive oil using a pastry brush. Spoon about 1 tablespoon of the cheese filling near one end of the phyllo. Fold the sides of the pastry inward, then roll it up tightly to form a neat roll. Place the roll seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet.
05 - Continue the process with the remaining phyllo strips and filling until all rolls are formed. Arrange them on the baking sheet with a bit of space between each roll.
06 - Brush the tops of the rolls with more melted butter or oil for a golden finish. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the rolls are golden brown and crispy.
07 - While the rolls are baking, warm the honey in a small saucepan over low heat. Stir in the red chili flakes and let the mixture warm for 1-2 minutes to infuse the flavors. Remove from heat.
08 - Once the rolls are baked, remove them from the oven and let them cool slightly. Drizzle the warm chili honey over the rolls or serve it on the side for dipping. Garnish with extra thyme leaves if desired.

# Notes:

01 - Keep the phyllo pastry covered with a damp towel while working to prevent it from drying out.
02 - For more heat, increase the amount of chili flakes in the honey.
03 - The rolls can be assembled ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator until ready to bake.
04 - You can substitute ricotta with goat cheese or cream cheese for a different flavor profile.

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