HAM & CHEESE PUFF PASTRIES

INGREDIENTS:

1 sheet PUFF PASTRY

1 cup SHREDDED CHEESE (mozzarella or cheddar)

1 cup CHOPPED HAM (or cooked sausage)

2 tbsp GARLIC or HERB SPREAD (pesto, garlic butter, etc.)

1 EGG (for egg wash)

CHOPPED PARSLEY (optional, for garnish)

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. PREHEAT OVEN TO 375°F (190°C).

2. ROLL OUT PUFF PASTRY on a flat surface.

3. SPREAD GARLIC OR HERB SAUCE evenly over the dough.

4. ADD CHOPPED HAM & SHREDDED CHEESE.

5. ROLL THE DOUGH TIGHTLY into a log.

6. SLICE INTO EVEN PIECES or squares.

7. PLACE ON A BAKING SHEET lined with parchment paper.

8. BRUSH WITH BEATEN EGG for golden color.

9. BAKE FOR 20–25 MINUTES or until puffed and golden.

10. GARNISH WITH PARSLEY and serve hot!