Cream-Cheese Pastries

Instructions

1. 1

   Remove butter and cream cheese from refrigerator about 15 minutes ahead.

2. 2

   Beat in small bowl until blended.

3. 3

   With fingertips or wooden spoon blend in flour and salt until dough is smooth.

4. 4

   Shape in flat mound on sheet of foil.

5. 5

   Wrap and chill overnight.

6. 6

   Remove from refrigerator 15 to 30 minutes before rolling.

7. 7

   Divide in halves or quart for ease in handling.

8. 8

   Wrap reserved portions and return to refrigerator.

9. 9

   Roll pastry 1/8 inch thick and cut with 3 inch round edge.

10. 10

    Put 1/4 tsp jam in center of each roll.

11. 11

    Brush edge with an inch of water

12. 12

    Fold.

13. 13

    Place on cookie sheet and chill for 30 minutes.

14. 14

    Bake in 375° for 15-18 minutes.

15. 15

    Makes 3 dozen.