Serrano Ham and Manchego Cheese Roulade Recipe

Name: Serrano Ham and Manchego Cheese Roulade
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 5 tablespoons unsalted butter; 6 tablespoons all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting the pan; 1 1/4 cups whole milk, heated; 4 large eggs, separated; 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt; Freshly ground black pepper; 2 cups coarsely grated Manchego or Parmigiano-Reggiano; 3 ounces thinly sliced serrano ham or prosciutto; 1 large roasted red bell pepper, seeded, peeled and cut into thin strips, optional; 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh parsley leaves

Servings: persons

1
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Line a buttered 15 by 10 (1-inch) jelly roll pan with parchment paper.
2
Butter the paper, dust with flour, and tap out the excess.
3
Melt the butter in a small saucepan over medium-high heat.
4
Add the flour and cook, stirring, for 3 minutes.
5
Increase the heat to high, whisk in the milk, and bring to a boil.
6
Reduce the heat to medium and simmer for 5 minutes.
7
Transfer to a large bowl and whisk in the egg yolks 1 at a time.
8
Season with the salt and pepper.
9
Beat the egg whites until soft peaks form.
10
Stir 1/3 of the whites into the yolk mixture and fold in the rest.
11
Pour the batter into the bottom of the prepared pan and smooth gently with a metal spatula.
12
Transfer to the oven and cook until golden and firm to the touch, about 15 minutes.
13
Increase the oven heat to 375 degrees F. Cover the egg sponge with a buttered piece of parchment paper, buttered side down.
14
Cover with a damp kitchen towel and invert onto a work surface.
15
Peel off the paper from the top.
16
Sprinkle the cheese over the sponge, leaving a 1/2-inch border on all sides.
17
Arrange the ham and pepper strips on top and sprinkle on the parsley.
18
Place a flat baking sheet next to the sponge.
19
Starting with 1 of the longer sides, use the towel to help roll the sponge up jelly roll fashion.
20
Carefully roll onto the baking sheet pan.
21
Return the roulade to the upper third of the oven and bake until the cheese has melted, 8 to 10 minutes.
22
Use a serrated knife to cut crosswise into 1/2-inch-thick slices.

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* 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.
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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 5 tablespoons unsalted butter, 6 tablespoons all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting the pan, 1 1/4 cups whole milk, heated, 4 large eggs, separated, and more.

Yes, Serrano Ham and Manchego Cheese Roulade falls under the General 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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Serrano Ham and Manchego Cheese Roulade

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