Spiced-Ham-and-Cheese Toasts Recipe

Name: Spiced-Ham-and-Cheese Toasts
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons rendered bacon fat or unsalted butter; 1 medium onion, chopped; 2 tablespoons minced sage; 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves; 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 2 cups finely diced smoked ham; 1/2 pound cream cheese, at room temperature; 1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese; 4 scallions2 thinly sliced, 2 julienned; 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard; 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar; 6 slices of firm white bread or pain de mie, crusts removed; 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted; Kosher salt

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons rendered bacon fat or unsalted butter
1 medium onion, chopped
2 tablespoons minced sage
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 cups finely diced smoked ham
1/2 pound cream cheese, at room temperature
1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
4 scallions2 thinly sliced, 2 julienned
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
6 slices of firm white bread or pain de mie, crusts removed
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
Kosher salt

1
Heat the bacon fat in a large, heavy skillet.
2
Add the chopped onion and sage leaves, cloves and cayenne and cook over moderate heat, stirring occasionally, until the onion is softened but not browned, 6 to 8 minutes.
3
Add the ham and cook, stirring occasionally, for 2 minutes.
4
Remove the skillet from the heat and let the ham mixture cool to room temperature.
5
In a food processor, combine the ham mixture with the cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, sliced scallions, Dijon mustard and apple cider vinegar and pulse until the mixture resembles the texture of a rustic country pate.
6
Preheat the oven to 400.
7
Brush the bread slices with the melted butter and sprinkle with salt.
8
Using a sharp knife, cut each slice of bread into 4 triangles.
9
Transfer the bread triangles to a baking sheet and bake for about 5 minutes, until golden.
10
Spread some of the spiced ham mixture on each toast triangle and bake for about 10 minutes, until browned in spots.
11
Garnish the ham-and-cheese toasts with the julienned scallions and serve right away.

560

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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.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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: 2 tablespoons rendered bacon fat or unsalted butter, 1 medium onion, chopped, 2 tablespoons minced sage, 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves, and more.

Yes, Spiced-Ham-and-Cheese Toasts 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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Spiced-Ham-and-Cheese Toasts

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