I am about to head to NYC and am trying to beat some snow, so I am going to make this quick. I am so excited to spend some time in New York City at Christmastime. I have not been during the holidays since I was in high school and it is my absolute favorite. I going to spend some time eating my way around the city with my sister and seeing the sites. And I’ll through some work in there too.
When I have people over for dinner, I usually do not do much in the way of appetizers. At the most, I set out some nuts or a cheese tray. I focus my energies on the main course and dessert (obviously). But during the holidays, it seems like I need to have appetizers at the ready. Doesn’t it feel like like from October until New Year’s, you need to bring an appetizer every where you go? I like to keep a few things in my freezer for “just in case”. You can make a few of these at a time and keep them for when you need an emergency appetizer.
These ham and cheese pinwheels are one of my favorites. A little retro, but everyone loves them. I updated my grandmother’s version a touch with fresh rosemary, Dijon mustard, and honey. I love sweet and savory, and it works perfectly with the cheese and ham. I love these with a glass of wine and good friends.
1/4 cup Dijon mustard
2 Tablespoons honey
1 Tablespoon finely chopped rosemary
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 sheet frozen puff pastry (thawed according to package directions)
6 thin slices ham
1 1/2 cups Sargento Fine Cut Shredded Sharp Cheddar Cheese
In a small bowl, mix together Dijon, honey, rosemary, and pepper. Set aside.
Roll puff pastry out on a floured surface.
Spread a thin layer of mustard all over the puff pastry.
Add half of the cheese.
Add the ham layer.
Top with cheese.
Roll the dough lengthwise to form a pinwheel. Wrap in plastic wrap and chill for 20 minutes. Or you can keep in the freezer for another time.
Slice into thin, 1/2-inch pieces using a sharp knife.
Place the slices on a parchment lined baking sheet.
Bake for 15 minutes in a preheated 375 degree oven until golden brown. You can reheat these in a 350 degree oven for 5 minutes if needed.
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Ham Cheddar and Rosemary Pinwheels
Ham Cheddar and Rosemary Pinwheels - Puff pustry to the rescue. You can get these in the oven in minutes. Perfect for when you are busy and need to bring something delicious to a party.
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup Dijon mustard
- 2 Tablespoons honey
- 1 Tablespoon finely chopped rosemary
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 1 sheet frozen puff pastry (thawed according to package directions)
- 6 thin slices ham
- 1 1/2 cups Sargento Fine Cut Cheddar Cheese
Instructions
- In a small bowl, mix together Dijon, honey, rosemary, and pepper. Set aside.
- Roll puff pastry out on a floured surface. Spread a thin layer of mustard all over the puff pastry. Add half of the cheese. Add the ham layer. Top with cheese.
- Roll the dough lengthwise to form a pinwheel. Wrap in plastic wrap and chill for 20 minutes. Or you can keep in the freezer for another time.
- Slice into thin, 1/2-inch pieces using a sharp knife. Place the slices on a parchment lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 15 minutes in a preheated 375 degree oven until golden brown. You can reheat these in a 350 degree oven for 5 minutes if needed.
Nutrition Information:
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 0 Total Fat: 0g
This Post Has 14 Comments
Kara
11 Dec 2013Oh my gosh, those look fantastic. Not super fancy, but not just cheese and crackers on a platter either. I love that they can be pre-made and frozen, too. I am going ot have to make a batch or two and stash them in the freezer for that week between Christmas and New Years!
bakedbree
14 Dec 2013Yes, they are perfect for just that. Just in case apps. 🙂
Bren @ Flanboyant Eats
11 Dec 2013I mentioned in my post how I’d love to make these with pastrami since I don’t eat pork 🙂 Niiiice. I love that 1st shot of the ingredients in the bowl. have tons of fun in NY. I’ll be there, too!
bakedbree
14 Dec 2013Thank you Bren!
Cara
12 Dec 2013These look so good!!
bakedbree
14 Dec 2013Thank you Cara! I love how easy these are. Merry Christmas.
Amanda
14 Dec 2013Seriously, I just made these last night to take to a Christmas Party and they were a HUGE hit! Absolutely delicious!! These will be my “GO-TO” party app from now on! Thanks so much, love your food!!
amanda k 🙂
Merry Christmas to you and yours!
bakedbree
14 Dec 2013Yeah! I love these, so easy and so delicious! Merry Christmas to you too!
Dianne
19 Dec 2013OMG these are so easy to make and so delicious. I made them and my 9 yr old granddaughter ate so many she didn’t want dinner LOL she helped make them they are something easy for her to help Granny with she already wants to know when we are going to do more
bakedbree
20 Dec 2013I am so glad! I love these too. I would much rather eat these than dinner too. 🙂
Narcisa
31 Dec 2013This recipe is amazing! i did it last night and now i’m doing it again 🙂
bakedbree
31 Dec 2013I am so glad! I love these, and not just because they are so easy.
Linda
20 Nov 2015Can’t wait to try these, exactly what I’ve been looking for,as an easy tasty appy
bakedbree
24 Nov 2015These are great, and super easy.