Ham Cheese Puff Pastry Express
The ham cheese puff pastry express is a tasty and quick recipe, perfect for a light meal or an impromptu snack. In just 5 minutes of preparation and 15 to 20 minutes of cooking, you'll have a delicious dish that will delight both young and old. This puff pastry features a crispy outer layer encasing slices of cooked ham, melting Gruyère cheese, and a touch of thick cream for creaminess. The chives also add a note of freshness, making this recipe even more appetizing. This dish is ideal for many occasions: a quick weeknight dinner, a weekend picnic, or even a cocktail dinner with friends. Easy to customize, you can add other ingredients based on individual tastes, such as grilled vegetables or spices. In short, it's a recipe to have on hand for all situations and to enjoy hot, ideally with a small green salad for balance.
- Preparation time: 5 minutes
- Cooking time: 15/20 mn
- Servings: for 2 people
- Difficulty: Easy
Ingredients
- - 1 puff pastry
- - 2 slices of cooked ham
- - 100 g of grated Gruyère cheese
- - 2 tablespoons of thick cream
- - Fresh chives
- - 1 egg yolk
Preparation
1. Roll out and smooth the puff pastry on a baking sheet that you have previously buttered.
2. On one half of the pastry, place the two slices of cooked ham.
3. Spread the ham with the two tablespoons of thick cream, then add the grated Gruyère cheese and a bit of chives.
4. Fold the second half of the puff pastry over to cover the filling.
5. Brush the surface of the pastry with the egg yolk.
6. Bake at 180°C (350°F) for about 15 to 20 minutes.
7. Enjoy hot, ideally accompanied by a fresh green salad.
