Rolled crispy pastries

Ingredients:

For the Pastry:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, chilled and cut into small pieces
• 1/4 cup ice water (plus more if needed)

For the Filling (Choose one or mix and match):

1. Savory  Cheese and Herb Filling:
   • 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or a mix)
   • 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh herbs (parsley, thyme, rosemary)
   • Salt and pepper to taste
2. Vegetable Filling:
   • 1 cup finely chopped vegetables (carrots, bell peppers, spinach)
   • 1/2 cup crumbled feta or goat cheese
   • 1 teaspoon olive oil
   • Salt and pepper to taste
3. Sweet Nut Filling:
   • 1/2 cup finely chopped nuts (walnuts, almonds, pecans)
   • 1/4 cup brown sugar
   • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
   • 2 tablespoons melted butter
4.  Chocolate Filling:
   • 1/2 cup chocolate chips or finely chopped chocolate
   • 1 tablespoon sugar
   • 1 tablespoon butter

For the Egg Wash:

• 1 egg, beaten
• 1 tablespoon water

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Pastry Dough:
   1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour and salt.
   2. Add the chilled butter pieces and use a pastry cutter or your fingers to blend until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
   3. Gradually add the ice water, mixing until the dough begins to come together. Add more water, a tablespoon at a time, if necessary.
   4. Form the dough into a ball, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
2. Prepare the Filling:
   1. Choose your desired filling from the options above.
   2. For the savory fillings, mix the ingredients together in a bowl and season with salt and pepper.
   3. For the sweet fillings, combine the ingredients thoroughly in a bowl.
3. Assemble the Pastries:
   1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
   2. On a lightly floured surface, roll out the chilled dough into a large rectangle, about 1/8 inch thick.
   3. Spread the filling evenly over the dough, leaving a small border around the edges.
   4. Starting from one long side, carefully roll the dough into a tight log.
   5. Cut the log into 1-inch pieces and place them, seam side down, on the prepared baking sheet.
4. Bake the Pastries:
   1. Brush the tops of the pastries with the beaten egg wash.
   2. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the pastries are golden brown and crispy.
   3. Allow the pastries to cool slightly before serving.