Ham Bundles Recipe

Name: Ham Bundles
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast; 1/4 cup warm water (110u00b0 to 115u00b0); 3/4 cup warm 2% milk (110u00b0 to 115u00b0); 1/2 cup shortening; 3 eggs, lightly beaten; 1/2 cup sugar; 1-1/2 teaspoons salt; 4-1/2 to 4-3/4 cups all-purpose flour; 1 large onion, finely chopped; 5 tablespoons butter, divided; 4 cups cubed fully cooked ham, coarsely ground; 4 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled, optional; 1/4 to 1/3 cup sliced pimiento-stuffed olives, optional; 1/2 to 3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese, optional

Servings: persons

1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast
1/4 cup warm water (110u00b0 to 115u00b0)
3/4 cup warm 2% milk (110u00b0 to 115u00b0)
1/2 cup shortening
3 eggs, lightly beaten
1/2 cup sugar
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
4-1/2 to 4-3/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 large onion, finely chopped
5 tablespoons butter, divided
4 cups cubed fully cooked ham, coarsely ground
4 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled, optional
1/4 to 1/3 cup sliced pimiento-stuffed olives, optional
1/2 to 3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese, optional

1
In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. Add the milk, shortening, eggs, sugar, salt and 2 cups flour; beat until smooth. Add enough remaining flour to form a soft dough.
2
Turn onto a lightly floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, about 8 minutes. Place in a greased bowl, turning once to grease top. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour.
3
Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute onion in 2 tablespoons butter until tender. Add ham and mix well; set aside.
4
Punch dough down. Turn onto a lightly floured surface; divide into thirds. Roll each portion into a 16-in. x 8-in. rectangle. Cut each rectangle into eight squares. Place a tablespoonful of ham mixture in the center of each square. Add bacon, olives and/or cheese if desired. Fold up corners to center of dough; seal edges.
5
Place 2 in. apart on greased
6
. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 45 minutes.
7
Melt remaining butter; brush over dough. Bake at 350u00b0 for 16-20 minutes or until golden brown and filling is heated through. Refrigerate leftovers.

1714

kcal

Calories

Fat

112

Carbs

102

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast, 1/4 cup warm water (110u00b0 to 115u00b0), 3/4 cup warm 2% milk (110u00b0 to 115u00b0), 1/2 cup shortening, and more.

Yes, Ham Bundles falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Ham Bundles

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