Irresistible Ham and Cheese Sticks You Can’t Resist
This delicious irresistible ham and cheese sticks you can’t resist is a fantastic dish that's sure to impress. Made with 1 sheet thawed puff pastry, 8 slices deli chicken ham, and cheddar or mozzarella cheese, it combines great flavors and textures for a memorable meal.
Ingredients
- 1 sheet thawed puff pastry
- 8 slices deli chicken ham
- 1 cup cheddar or mozzarella cheese
- 1 large beaten egg
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- to taste salt
- to taste pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- On a lightly floured surface, roll out the thawed puff pastry sheet until it's about ⅛ inch thick.
- Cut the rolled-out puff pastry into rectangles measuring approximately 3 inches by 5 inches.
- Spread a thin layer of Dijon mustard over one half of each rectangle.
- Layer a slice of deli chicken ham and then cheese on top of the mustard.
- Sprinkle chopped fresh parsley over the cheese if desired.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Fold the other half of the puff pastry rectangle over the filling and seal the edges firmly.
- Place the Ham and Cheese Sticks on the lined baking sheet.
- Brush the tops of the sticks with the beaten egg.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes, until the pastry is puffed and golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly before serving.