Spiced Cranberry Cream Cheese Danish (Printable Version)
# What You Need:
→ Spiced Cranberry Cream Cheese Danish
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1 sheet (9x13 inch) puff pastry, thawed
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4 oz cream cheese, softened
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1/4 cup granulated sugar
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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1/4 cup whole berry cranberry sauce
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1 egg, beaten
→ Shepherd's Pie with Turkey
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1 tbsp olive oil
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1 lb ground turkey
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1 medium onion, diced
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2 carrots, diced
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 cup frozen peas
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1 cup beef broth
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1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
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1 tsp dried thyme
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2 cups prepared mashed potatoes
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1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
# Steps to Follow:
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Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. In a small bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth. Unroll the puff pastry on the baking sheet. Use a knife to score a 1-inch border on all sides. Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly within the border. Top with spoonfuls of the cranberry sauce. Brush the border with the beaten egg. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the pastry is puffed and golden brown.
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Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground turkey and cook until browned. Add the onion and carrots and cook for 5 minutes until softened. Add the garlic and cook for 1 more minute. Stir in the beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, and thyme. Bring to a simmer and cook for 5-7 minutes. Stir in the frozen peas. Pour the meat and vegetable mixture into a 9x9 inch baking dish. Spread the mashed potatoes evenly over the top, then sprinkle with shredded cheddar cheese. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the filling is bubbly and the cheese is melted and golden.
# Additional Notes:
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Using store-bought puff pastry and whole berry cranberry sauce is a shortcut that makes this impressive-looking pastry incredibly simple for a beginner baker.
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Using ground turkey lightens up this classic dish, making it a healthier option without sacrificing flavor. It's also a great way to use up holiday turkey leftovers.
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Cranberries are a key ingredient for holiday desserts, while root vegetables like carrots and potatoes are ideal for Q4 recipes.