CHEESY HAM BRAID

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"Our congregation is full of wonderful cooks, so we enjoy many potluck meals throughout the year," relates Becky Houston of Grand Junction, Tennessee. "I like to share this chewy and cheesy braid I got from a family friend."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 50m

Yield 6-8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 package (16 ounces) hot roll mix
1 cup warm water (120° to 130°)
1 large egg, lightly beaten
2 tablespoons butter, softened, divided
1/2 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup chopped green pepper
2 cups chopped fully cooked ham
1-1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup (8 ounces) ricotta cheese
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
1 large egg white
1 tablespoon cold water

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the contents of the roll mix and yeast packets. Stir in the warm water, egg and 1 tablespoon butter. Turn onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, about 6-8 minutes; set aside. , In a large skillet, saute onion and green pepper in remaining butter until tender. Remove from the heat; stir in ham, cheeses and parsley., On a greased baking sheet, roll dough into a 15x10-in. rectangle. Spoon ham mixture lengthwise down the center of dough. On each long side, cut 1-in.-wide strips about 2 in into the center. Starting at one end, fold alternating strips at an angle across filling. Pinch ends to seal. Cover and let rise in a warm place for 15 minutes or until almost doubled., In a small bowl, beat egg white and cold water; brush over dough. Bake at 375° for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown. Let stand for 10 minutes before slicing. Serve warm. Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 428 calories, Fat 17g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 88mg cholesterol, Sodium 1035mg sodium, Carbohydrate 44g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 22g protein.

Goodness Kerea
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This cheesy ham braid is a delicious and easy-to-make recipe. It's perfect for a quick weeknight meal or a party.


Saimon Mojid
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I've made this cheesy ham braid several times, and it's always a hit. It's a great recipe for a potluck or party.


Olwethu Ntuli
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This cheesy ham braid is a great way to use up leftover ham. It's also a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or snack.


sk Shuvo tv
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I followed the recipe exactly, but my cheesy ham braid didn't turn out as well as I had hoped. The bread was a little dry, and the ham and cheese were not melted evenly.


Joseph Myree
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This cheesy ham braid was a little too cheesy for my taste. I think I would have preferred it with less cheese.


Adrian Ortiz
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I'm not a big fan of ham, but I loved this cheesy ham braid! The bread was soft and fluffy, and the ham and cheese were melted and gooey. I will definitely be making this again.


Brayden Smith
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This cheesy ham braid is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. It's also perfect for parties or potlucks. I've made it several times, and it's always a hit.


Akash Aill
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I made this cheesy ham braid for my son's birthday party, and it was a huge success! The kids loved it, and the adults thought it was delicious too. It was easy to make, and it looked really impressive.


Maree Perry
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This cheesy ham braid was a bit of a disappointment. The bread was tough, and the ham and cheese were dry. I think I will stick to my old recipe for ham and cheese bread.


Lewis Weilenman
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I was really excited to try this recipe, but it didn't turn out as well as I had hoped. The bread was a little dry, and the ham and cheese were not melted evenly. I think I might have overcooked it.


Nelly Nice
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This recipe was easy to follow, and the cheesy ham braid turned out delicious! The ham and cheese were melted and gooey, and the bread was soft and fluffy. I will definitely be making this again.


King s
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I made this cheesy ham braid for my family last week, and they loved it! The bread was perfectly golden brown, and the ham and cheese were melted and gooey. It was a big hit, and I will definitely be making it again.


Phillip Cletus
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This cheesy ham braid was a huge hit at our holiday party! It was so easy to make, and it turned out perfectly. The ham and cheese were melted and gooey, and the bread was soft and fluffy. I will definitely be making this again!