Are you in need of a quick, easy, and delicious appetizer? Look no further! These Ham Roll-Ups, made with prosciutto ham, soft cream cheese, and finely chopped onion, are the perfect solution. They’re a hit at every party and are sure to impress your guests.
Ingredients
- 6 thin slices Prosciutto ham
- 3 oz. soft cream cheese
- 1 small finely chopped onion
Rolling Procedure
- Place ham slices, one on top of the other, on cutting board. Cut 1/2-inch strips lengthwise; do not separate.
- Combine cheese and onion.
- Spread thin layer on top of first slice of ham.
- Roll up first strips of slice and repeat next slice, etc.
- Makes 30 roll-ups.
Calorie: 80
Total cooking time:10 minutes
Difficulty level: Easy
The Ham Roll-Up Chronicles
Once upon a time, I decided to whip up some ham roll-ups. You know those fancy little things you see at parties that you can’t stop popping into your mouth? Yeah, those. They seem like they’re made by some professional caterer, don’t they? Well, turns out you can make them at home, and it’s not even that hard. Here’s the tale of my ham roll-up endeavor.
The Ingredients
I started with a simple set of ingredients: 6 thin slices of Prosciutto ham, 3 oz. of soft cream cheese, and one small onion, finely chopped. I’ve always thought there’s something distinctly satisfying about a recipe with only three ingredients. It’s like, “Oh, is that all I need to create culinary magic? Well, aren’t I just the domestic goddess!”
The Prep Work
With the ingredients assembled, it was time to get down to business. I placed the ham slices on top of each other on a cutting board and cut them into 1/2-inch strips lengthwise. The key here is not to separate them. It felt a little like performing surgery on the ham, but without the medical degree and the steady hands of a surgeon. But hey, no pressure, right?
The Cream Cheese and Onion Tango
Next up, the cream cheese and onion. Who knew that such a humble pairing could create such a delightful flavor combination? I combined the two, creating a creamy, oniony mashup that smelled like heaven. If you’re wondering about the smell, it’s kind of like that feeling when you get a whiff of freshly baked bread from the bakery. Pure bliss!
Rolling, Rolling, Rolling
Then came the fun part: the rolling. I spread a thin layer of the cream cheese and onion mixture on top of the first slice of ham. Then, I began to roll. I felt like a sushi chef, except instead of rice and seaweed, I was working with ham and cream cheese. Trust me, it’s every bit as glamorous as it sounds.
I continued this process with each slice of ham. By the time I got to the sixth slice, I felt like I had really hit my stride. I was a ham roll-up making machine!
The Final Countdown
When all was said and done, I had created 30 beautiful, bite-sized ham roll-ups. There they sat, looking as if they had been crafted by the hands of a culinary master. Well, I guess in a way, they had been!
Looking back on my ham roll-up experience, I can confidently say that anyone can make these delightful little treats. All it takes is a little patience, a dash of humor, and the ability to roll up ham without it falling apart in your hands. But trust me, if I can do it, so can you! Now go forth and spread the ham roll-up love!
