Ricotta and Herb Puffs

• 8 ounces puff pastry
• 1 cup ricotta cheese
• ¼ cup minced parsley
• ¼ cup minced oregano
• ¼ cup minced basil
• ¼ cup snipped fresh chives
• 2 cloves minced garlic
• 3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
• black pepper

Combine all ingredients for the filling. Roll out pastry and cut into 3-inch circles. Place a heaping teaspoon of filling on half of circle. Moisten the edges with a pastry brush dipped in water. Fold over the other half of pastry to form a semi-circle. Press edges to seal. If desired, brush with an egg wash. Bake in a preheated oven at 425 degrees for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown. Serves 4 with soup.