Ham and Cheese Sticks 🧀🥖
Ingredients:
1 sheet puff pastry (thawed)
6 slices deli ham
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 egg (beaten, for egg wash)
1 tsp sesame seeds (optional)
Instructions:
1️⃣ Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2️⃣ Roll out the puff pastry sheet on a floured surface. Lay ham slices evenly over the pastry.
3️⃣ Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the ham.
4️⃣ Fold the pastry in half, pressing lightly to seal. Cut into 1-inch wide strips.
5️⃣ Twist each strip and place them on the baking sheet. Brush with beaten egg and sprinkle sesame seeds on top (optional).
6️⃣ Bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden and crispy.
Notes:
Serve with mustard or marinara sauce for dipping.
You can swap cheddar for mozzarella or Swiss for different flavors.
Prep Time: 10 mins | Cooking Time: 15 mins | Total Time: 25 mins | Servings: 6 | Kcal: 250 per serving