A finalist in the 2002 Ortega® "Create a Fiesta, Win a Siesta!" Recipe Contest, this dish was submitted by Dallas Cole of Wilsonville, Oregon. This recipe captures the distinct flavor of Mexico in a delicious appetizer. The golden brown pastry brims with the mild, fire-roasted flavor of diced green chiles and the smooth texture of cream cheese.

Green Chile Rollover Bites

1 (8-ounce) package refrigerated crescent rolls
2 (3-ounce each) packages cream cheese, softened, cut in half
2 (4-ounce each) cans ORTEGA® Diced Green Chiles
1/3 cup milk
1 large egg
1 1/3 cups dry bread crumbs
1(1.25-ounce) package ORTEGA® Taco Seasoning Mix
Garnish: ORTEGA Salsa - Homestyle Recipe (Mild), or any flavor

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (205°C). Grease baking sheet.
2. Separate dough into four 3 x 6-inch rectangles on cutting board; press seams closed. Spread half block cream cheese onto each rectangle; top each rectangle with half can chiles. Fold rectangles in half lengthwise; cut each into eight pieces.
3. Combine milk and egg in small bowl. Combine bread crumbs and seasoning mix in shallow dish. Dip each bite into milk mixture; roll in bread crumb mixture. Place on prepared baking sheet.
4. Bake for 18 to 20 minutes or until golden brown. Serve with salsa.

Makes 32 servings.

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