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Irresistible Ham and Cheese Sticks You Can’t Resist

Irresistible Ham and Cheese Sticks You Can’t Resist Today

Delightful Irresistible Ham and Cheese Sticks baked to perfection using flaky pastry, savory ham, and gooey cheese.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 sticks
Course: APPETIZERS
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pastry
  • 1 sheet Puff Pastry Gluten-free puff pastry can be used as a substitute.
  • 1 large Beaten Egg No substitutions necessary.
For the Filling
  • 8 slices Deli Ham Replace with grilled vegetables for a vegetarian version.
  • 1 cup Cheddar or Mozzarella Cheese Gouda or Pepper Jack can also be used.
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon Mustard Yellow mustard can be used for a milder flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley Optional for added freshness.
  • to taste Salt Essential for balancing flavors.
  • to taste Pepper Essential for balancing flavors.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Rolling Pin
  • Knife or pizza cutter

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Roll out the thawed puff pastry on a lightly floured surface until it’s about ⅛ inch thick.
  3. Cut the rolled pastry into rectangles that measure approximately 3 by 5 inches.
  4. Spread a thin layer of Dijon mustard on one half of each rectangle.
  5. Layer deli ham and cheese on top of the mustard; add fresh parsley if desired.
  6. Season with salt and pepper, then fold the other half of the pastry over the filling and seal the edges tightly.
  7. Place the assembled sticks on the baking sheet and brush the tops with beaten egg.
  8. Bake for 15-20 minutes or until the pastry is puffy and golden brown.
  9. Allow to cool slightly before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1stickCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 10gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These sticks can be served warm; leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 2 months.

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