Parmesan And Herb Pastry Puffs

== Description ==
Source: Christmas With Southern Living 2003 - Southern Living
Rosemary, thyme, and basil impart herbal delight to these small savory cream puffs. serve them as is, or see our ideas below right for fillings.
== Ingredients ==
* 1 cup water
* 1/2 cup butter
* 1/2 teaspoon salt
* 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
* 1/4 teaspoon dry mustard
* 1 cup all-purpose flour
* 4 large eggs
* 1 cup plus 2 tablespoons freshly grated Parmesan cheese, divided
* 1 tablespoon chopped fresh or 1 teaspoon dried basil
* 1 teaspoon chopped fresh or 1 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
* 1/2 teaspoon chopped fresh or 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
* 1 large egg, lightly beaten
== Directions ==
# Combine first 5 ingredients in a medium saucepan; bring to a boil over high heat.
# Reduce heat to medium-high; add flour all at once, stirring vigorously until mixture leaves sides of pan and forms a smooth ball.
# Remove from heat, and cool 1 to 2 minutes.
# Add 4 eggs, 1 at a time, beating vigorously with a wooden spoon after each addition; beat until dough is smooth.
# Stir in 1 cup cheese and herbs.
# Drop pastry by rounded tablespoonfuls 1" apart onto lightly greased baking sheets.
# Brush tops with beaten egg, and sprinkle with remaining 2 tablespoons cheese.
# Bake at 400° for 16 to 18 minutes or until golden and puffed.
# Remove from oven, and let stand on baking sheets for 2 to 3 minutes.
# Remove and serve hot.
Yield: 2 1/2 dozen
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