Roquefort & Walnut Rolls

Oh, dear reader friend, do I have a treat for you today! Roquefort & Walnut Rolls are like tiny bites of heaven stuffed into warm, flaky, buttery bread. Imagine the creamy bite of Roquefort cheese mingling with the nutty crunch of walnuts, doing a happy dance in your mouth. This isn’t just a recipe; it’s an experience you need to have, like, immediately. These rolls are special because, well, they have fancy cheese in them, but they’re also this perfectly imperfect bomb of flavor that you didn’t even know you were missing. I swear, take one bite and you’ll wonder how you ever rolled through life without these lil’ beauties. So why should you try them? Because life’s too short for boring bread, that’s why.

When this recipe first tip-toed into our kitchen, my husband was all skeptical eyes and furrowed brows; he’s a plain-eater type of guy, bless him. Let me tell you, now he practically drools when he smells these bad boys baking. There’s something magical that happens—a spellbinding combo of cheese and nuts that fills the house and my hubby’s heart. These rolls became a middle-of-the-week staple, especially when we need a break from “routine dinner life.” Once, our tiny human declared them “cheesy rocky footballs,” which is now the official family name for these rolls. Needless to say, make these once, and your family might never look at bread the same way again.

Why You’ll Love This Roquefort & Walnut Rolls

– They’re like fancy bread but without the fancy fuss.
– You sound cool when you say “Roquefort” like a pro.
– Immediate family hugs and possible marriage proposals.
– They’re kinda messy in the best way — cheese crumbles for life.

How to Make It

Alright, amigo, grab your apron and let’s get rolling. Literally. First things first, make sure you’ve got some dough ready to go — homemade, from the store, whatever you can grab. Roll that sucker out nice and thin. This is not the time to stress about straight edges; any shape will do. Now, toss on a good heap of Roquefort cheese; it’s a bit tangy, and tangy is what we’re aiming for here. Sprinkle some walnuts over top like you’re trying to win a prize for the most haphazard sprinkle job. Roll this cheesy nut log up like you mean it, cut into cute little slices, and pop them in the oven. Wait impatiently as your entire life starts smelling like your favorite cheese shop. Bake until golden and you’re weak from anticipation.

Ingredient Notes

– **Dough:** It’s your canvas, be Picasso but lazier. Store-bought is fine. Homemade? You get extra points!
– **Roquefort Cheese:** Do not skip this beauty—smelly but in a life-changing way. Swear.
– **Walnuts:** Don’t go nutty here; a sprinkle will do. Once I dumped a whole cup in because I was distracted; it was…a lot.

Recipe Steps

1. Roll out your dough to a somewhat rectangular shape.
2. Spread Roquefort cheese generously over the dough.
3. Sprinkle chopped walnuts on top of the cheese.
4. Roll up the dough into a log, sealing the edge.
5. Slice the log to create individual rolls.
6. Bake rolls until they’re a lovely golden color.
7. Let cool slightly to avoid mouth burns and enjoy.

What to Serve It With

You can go super extra and serve these with a snazzy salad or some spiced honey dip! But honestly, I’ve eaten them plain standing over the stove, in pajamas. No shame, just snacking skills.

Tips & Mistakes

Storage Tips

These babies don’t last long in our home, but if you need to store them, tuck them in an airtight container. Eat cold if you must — it’s like surprise flavor explosion. I once ate a leftover one at breakfast, standing at the fridge, and realized I’d peaked.

Variations and Substitutions

Try feta if Roquefort’s a no-go. Sub pecans for walnuts if that’s what’s hiding in your pantry. I’ve thrown in dried cranberries once upon a desperate time — wasn’t awful, but won’t repeat.

Frequently Asked Questions

Roquefort & Walnut Rolls

Delicious soft rolls stuffed with creamy Roquefort cheese and crunchy toasted walnuts, perfect for any appetizer or snack.

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Prep Time: 20 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 25 minutes minutes

Total Time: 45 minutes minutes

Servings: 12

Calories: 120kcal

Ingredients

 

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Main Ingredients

• ▢ 3 cups all-purpose flour
• ▢ 1 packet active dry yeast
• ▢ 1.25 cups warm water
• ▢ 0.25 cup olive oil
• ▢ 0.5 teaspoon salt
• ▢ 5 ounces Roquefort cheese crumbled
• ▢ 0.75 cups walnuts toasted and chopped

Instructions

Preparation Steps

• In a large bowl, dissolve the yeast in warm water and let it sit for 5 minutes until foamy.
• Add the flour, olive oil, and salt to the yeast mixture; mix until a smooth dough forms.
• Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 8 minutes until elastic and smooth.
• Place the dough in an oiled bowl, cover, and let it rise for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
• Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
• Roll out the dough into a rectangle on a lightly floured surface.
• Sprinkle the crumbled Roquefort cheese and toasted walnuts evenly over the dough.
• Roll the dough into a tight log, cut it into 12 equal slices, and place them cut side up on a baking sheet.
• Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through.
• Let rolls cool slightly before serving warm.

Notes

Serve these rolls warm with a side of fresh salad or as an accompaniment to soups and stews.