Ham & Cheese Pinwheels

These pinwheel appetizers are easy to make and a delicious treat for a cocktail party or any time, really.  The combination of the ham and melty cheese, wrapped in flakey puff pastry is fantastic.  I made these for our dinner and a movie get together several months ago with our dear friends and neighbors.  During the pandemic they are about the only people we socialized with.  We’ve staying in each other’s “bubble”, if you will.  

Note: I found this recipe on the Cooking on the Front Burner blog.  Deb has a really nice blog that is laid out in a very appealing way and it’s quite easy to navigate.  Check her out sometime.  https://www.cookingonthefrontburners.com/

Ingredients:

1 puff pastry sheet, thawed

6 slices ham, thinly sliced (deli style)

9 slices Havarti cheese, thinly sliced (deli style)

3 tablespoons Dijon mustard

1/2 teaspoon dried dill

1 tablespoon honey

2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese, grated

3 tablespoons chives, chopped

Directions:

1. In a small bowl combine the mustard, dill and honey.

2. On a floured surface roll the puff pastry into a 12x12" square then brush the mustard mixture on top

3. Layer first the ham and then the cheese. Sprinkle the parmesan cheese and 2 tablespoons chives over the top

4. Roll into a log going as tightly as you can and wrap in plastic wrap

5. Freeze for 15 minutes

6. Preheat your oven to 375° and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a Silpat mat

7. Slice the log into (12) 1" slices and place on sheet

8. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown

9. Remove and sprinkle with the reserved chives.  Cool slightly on a rack then serve.

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