ham and puff cheese pastry pinwheels

Ingredients:

– 1 package puff pastry, thawed
– 1/2 cup ham, thinly sliced
– 1/2 cup grated cheddar cheese
– 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
– 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
– Salt and pepper, to taste
– 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Roll out puff pastry: Roll out puff pastry to a thickness of about 1/8 inch.
3. Spread mustard and cheese: Spread Dijon mustard evenly over the pastry, leaving a 1-inch border around the edges. Sprinkle cheddar and Parmesan cheese over the mustard.
4. Add ham: Arrange thinly sliced ham over the cheese.
5. Roll up the pastry: Roll up the pastry tightly, starting from one of the long edges.
6. Cut into pinwheels: Cut the rolled pastry into 1-inch thick slices.
7. Place on baking sheet: Place the pinwheels on the prepared baking sheet, leaving about 1 inch of space between each pinwheel.
8. Brush with egg wash: Brush the tops of the pinwheels with beaten egg for a golden glaze.
9. Bake: Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown.
10. Serve: Serve warm and enjoy!

Tips and Variations:

– Use different types of cheese, such as Swiss or mozzarella, for a unique flavor.
– Add some diced onions or bell peppers to the filling for extra flavor.
– Use prosciutto or serrano ham for a more delicate flavor.
– Make ahead and freeze for up to 2 months. Simply bake frozen pinwheels for an additional 5-7 minutes.