Tropical Ham Appetizer Bites |
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Prep Time: 0 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 0 Minutes Servings: 18 |
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An easy make-ahead appetizer that you don't have to fuss with when your guests arrive. Cook time is really chill time. Ingredients:
1/2 cup dried apricots |
1 cup pineapple juice |
1 tbsp. white wine vinegar |
1 tbsp. honey |
hot sauce (to your taste) |
1 1/2 cups flaked coconut (toasted) |
1/2 cup mayonnaise |
2 cups ground cooked ham |
1/4 cup finely chopped peanuts |
1 tsp. prepared mustard |
Directions:
1. In a small saucepan, combine apricots, pineapple juice, vinegar, honey and hot sauce.
2. Bring to a boil; reduce heat. Cover and simmer 15 minutes. Pour into a food processor or blender and process until pureed. Pour puree into a small bowl; set aside.
3. Pour toasted coconut into a pie plate; set aside.
4. In medium bowl, combine mayonnaise, ham, peanuts, and mustard. Shape into 1/2 to 3/4 inch balls
5. Dip ball in apricot sauce and then roll in toasted coconut and arrange on platter or serving plate. Chill at least 2 hours to chill thoroughly; serve cold.
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