Biscuit Ham Spirals Recipe

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 3-1/2 teaspoons baking powder
• 2 teaspoons sugar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup shortening
• 1 egg
• 3/4 cup milk
• FILLING:
• 2-1/2 cups ground fully cooked ham
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 1 egg
• 2 tablespoons prepared mustard
• 2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley or 2 teaspoons dried parsley flakes
• 1 tablespoon prepared horseradish
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• CHEESE SAUCE:
• 3 tablespoons butter
• 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon white pepper
• 2 cups milk
• 1 cup (4 ounces) shredded cheddar cheese

Directions

• In a large bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, sugar and salt. Cut in shortening until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Combine egg and milk; stir into crumb mixture just until moistened. Turn onto a floured surface; knead 12 times. Roll into a 12-in. x 10-in. rectangle.
• Combine the filling ingredients; spread over dough to within 1/2 in. of edges. Roll up jelly-roll style, starting with a long side; pinch seam to seal. Cut into 1-in. slices.
• Place cut side down on a greased baking sheet. Bake at 425° for 15-18 minutes or until golden brown.
• Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, melt butter. Stir in flour, salt and white pepper until smooth. Gradually add milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Remove from the heat; stir in cheese until melted. Serve with ham slices. Yield: 12 slices.

Biscuit Ham Spirals published in Country Extra May 2006, p51