Ham and Cheese Cream Puffs |
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Prep Time: 45 Minutes Cook Time: 20 Minutes |
Ready In: 65 Minutes Servings: 36 |
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Ingredients:
1 carton (8 ounces) spreadable chive and onion cream cheese |
1/2 cup mayonnaise |
3 tablespoons 2% milk |
1 cup cubed fully cooked ham |
1 cup (4 ounces) shredded cheddar cheese |
3 tablespoons chopped sweet red pepper |
1 tablespoon minced chives |
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley |
1 garlic clove, minced |
cream puffs: |
1 cup water |
1/2 cup butter, cubed |
1/4 teaspoon seasoned salt |
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder |
1/8 teaspoon onion powder |
1 cup king arthur unbleached all-purpose flour |
4 eggs |
1 cup (4 ounces) shredded cheddar cheese |
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley |
1 tablespoon minced chives |
additional minced fresh parsley and chives |
Directions:
1. In a small bowl, beat the cream cheese, mayonnaise and milk until blended. Stir in the ham, cheese, pepper, chives, parsley and garlic. Cover and refrigerate until ready to use.
2. In a large saucepan, bring the water, butter, seasoned salt, garlic powder and onion powder to a boil. Add flour all at once and stir until a smooth ball forms.
3. Remove from the heat; let stand for 5 minutes. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Continue beating until mixture is smooth and shiny. Stir in the cheese, parsley and chives.
4. Drop by teaspoonfuls 2 in. apart onto greased baking sheets. Bake at 400° for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown. Remove to wire racks. Immediately split puffs open; remove tops and set aside. Discard soft dough from inside. Cool puffs.
5. Just before serving, fill cream puffs with ham mixture. Sprinkle with additional parsley and chives. Yield: 3 dozen.
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