29 June 2008

Fancy, but Easy

This one is actually pretty easy, but comes out looking like there was some serious hard work involved. Sometimes it's nice to feel like you can create something fancy. This is from one of the Taste of Homes cookbooks.
Ham a La King
1 package (10 ounces) frozen puff pastry shells
1/2 cup butter
1/4 cup flour
1 teaspoon chicken bouillon granules
1/2 cup hot water
3 slices process American cheese
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon prepared mustard
2 cups cubed fully cooked ha
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
1. Bake the pastry shells according to the package directions. Meanwhile, in a saucepan, melt butter; stir in flour until smooth.
2. 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.
3. Reduce heat; add the cheese, Worcestershire sauce and mustard; stir until the cheese is melted. Add the ham, peas if desired, olives, pimientos and parsley; heat through. Serve in pastry shells.

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