ham & pistachio roll-ups
These roll-ups go great on a buffet table, as nibbles at a cocktail party, or even as an evening snack. I first tasted these at a charity fundraiser and liked them so much that I actually unrolled one (discreetly) to ascertain all it contained. With a little experimentation, mine tastes as good as theirs! It has the savory and salty flavor of the ham, the crunch from nuts, the freshness of the celery, and the slight sweetness of the cream cheese. Can be doubled, tripled, etc.
Blue Ribbon Recipe
We loved these simple ham roll-ups. The cream cheese filling is held together with heavy cream and cream cheese mixed with crab and pistachios. It almost has a sweet flavor and is the perfect contrast with the savory ham. The filling adds tons of flavor and gives the roll-ups a little texture. A delicious bite-size appetizer that can be dressed up on a nice platter or served as a snack on a paper plate. We're hooked!
Ingredients
- 4 slices thin, good quality cold-boiled ham slices (large pieces)
- 2 tablespoons crab meat
- 1 package cream cheese, 3 oz.
- 1/2 - 3/4 cups finely chopped pistachio or walnut meats
- 1 tablespoon heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped celery
How To Make ham & pistachio roll-ups
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Step 1Place the cream cheese in a bowl along with one tablespoon of heavy cream. Mix until creamy. -
Step 2Add the crab meat, celery, and nuts all finely chopped.
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Step 3Mix.
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Step 4Lay ham out flat. Spread each slice with 3 tablespoons of the cream cheese mixture.
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Step 5Roll ham into a spiral.
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Step 6Cover with plastic wrap and chill until ready to serve.
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Step 7Cut each ham roll into 4 - 5 pieces. Enjoy!
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