GOAT CHEESE CIGARS

makes: about 24

9 ounces goat cheese, crumbled
1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley
1 egg
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 1/2 teaspoons paprika
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
24 wontons
1 egg, beaten
1/4 cup vegetable oil (for frying)

In a mixing bowl, combine the first 7 ingredients. Place a wonton wrapper on work surface.
Spoon 1 scant tablespoon filling on narrow strip across end of wonton leaving 1/4 inch border on sides. Fold sides in, then roll up as for egg roll. Brush border with egg and press to seal. Repeat with remaining wontons and filling. (can be made a day ahead).
Heat oil in large skillet. Fry in batches of 6 until deep golden brown, turning once, about a minute per side. Transfer to paper towels and drain. Serve hot.