Smoked Turkey Herb Pinwheels (Printable Version)
Flavorful tortilla spirals filled with herbed cream cheese, turkey, spinach and cheddar - ready in just 15 minutes!
# Ingredients:
→ Fresh Herb Cream Cheese
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8 ounces Neufchatel Cheese, softened (cream cheese may be substituted)
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¼ cup Fresh Basil Leaves, chopped
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2 Scallions - green portion only, sliced
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¼ teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes
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Kosher Salt, to taste
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Freshly ground Black Pepper, to taste
→ Pinwheels
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1 large (9-inch) Flour Tortilla (regular or gluten-free)
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1/6-1/4 of the Fresh Herb Cream Cheese mixture
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3 slices Smoked Turkey (packaged)
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¼ cup fresh Baby Spinach leaves with stems removed (about 20 leaves)
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1-2 tablespoons grated Cheddar Cheese
# Steps to Follow:
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Place the Neufchatel cheese, basil, scallion greens and red pepper flakes in the food processor and process until fully pureed. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
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Cover tortilla with a damp paper towel and microwave for 15 seconds to make it more pliable.
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Spread ¼ to ⅙ of the fresh herb cream cheese onto one side of the tortilla, covering the entire surface but leaving a ½ inch border around the edge to prevent ingredients from spilling out.
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Place the spinach leaves evenly over the herb cream cheese, followed by turkey slices and finally the grated cheese.
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Gently roll up the tortilla with all ingredients to make a tight cylinder. Using a sharp knife, slice the roll into ¾ inch pieces to create pinwheels.
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Secure the outer edge of each pinwheel with decorative picks or toothpicks before serving.
# Additional Notes:
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To make a large batch (32 pinwheels): Use 4 large flour tortillas, the entire batch of herb cream cheese, 12 slices of turkey, 1 cup baby spinach, and 1/4 - 1/2 cup grated cheese.
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Pinwheels are best eaten when freshly made. Store leftovers in an airtight container with a damp paper towel on top to prevent the tortillas from drying out, especially when using gluten-free tortillas. Refrigerate for up to 1-2 days.