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Prep Time: 20 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 20 Minutes Servings: 6 |
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My mom and I used to have a catering business, and this Ham a la King recipe was a popular choice from our menu. It looks elegant on the plate and always gets rave reviews. Being able to make the sauce a day ahead is a big plus. Ingredients:
1 package (10 ounces) frozen puff pastry shells |
1/4 cup butter, cubed |
1/4 cup king arthur unbleached all-purpose flour |
1 teaspoon chicken bouillon granules |
1/2 cup hot water |
1-1/2 cups milk |
3 slices process american cheese |
1 teaspoon worcestershire sauce |
1 teaspoon prepared mustard |
2 cups cubed fully cooked ham |
1/2 cup frozen peas, thawed, optional |
1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained |
2 tablespoons diced pimientos |
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley |
Directions:
1. Bake pastry shells according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, melt butter; stir in flour until smooth. Dissolve bouillon in water. Gradually add milk and bouillon to the saucepan. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened.
2. Reduce heat; add the cheese, Worcestershire sauce and mustard. Stir until cheese is melted. Add the ham, peas if desired, olives, pimientos and parsley; heat through. Serve in pastry shells. Yield: 6 servings.
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