Crunch Swiss and Ham Appetizers

Name: Crunch Swiss and Ham Appetizers
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: about 8 dozen.
Cuisine: Comfort Food Appetizers, Comfort Food Recipes
Ingredients: 2 cups very stiff mashed potatoes; 2 cups finely chopped cooked ham; 1 cup shredded Swiss cheese; 1/2 cup mayonnaise; 1/4 cup finely chopped onion; 1 large egg, well beaten; 1 teaspoon prepared mustard; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon pepper; 3-1/2 cups cornflakes, crushed

We farm 2,000 acres and raise a few thousand chicken, so I'm often too busy to cook much in the summer. These appetizers are quick and easy, though, and perfect for hot days when you want to eat light. During the winter, when we have more time to entertain, they're also a great hit with guests.More Winning Bread Recipes »

Ingredients

2 cups very stiff mashed potatoes
2 cups finely chopped cooked ham
1 cup shredded Swiss cheese
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup finely chopped onion
1 large egg, well beaten
1 teaspoon prepared mustard
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
3-1/2 cups cornflakes, crushed

Directions

Combine all ingredients except cornflakes; chill. Shape into 1-in. balls and roll in cornflakes.
Place on greased baking sheet and bake at 350° for 25-30 minutes. Serve while hot.

Editor's Note

Reduced-fat or fat-free mayonnaise is not recommended for this recipe.

Nutrition Facts

2 each: 52 calories, 3g fat (1g saturated fat), 11mg cholesterol, 158mg sodium, 4g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 2g protein.

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Originally published as Crunch Swiss and Ham Appetizers in Country Woman September/October 1990

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mandystricklandcarpenter

Feb 4, 2018

These were a good way to use up leftovers. I didn't have corn flakes, so I crushed up potato chips (regular and sour cream & onion) for the coating.
rena 55

May 7, 2014

Made these for a party (all women) and there were none left!!! They were easy to make and so good. Will go in my "make again...soon" file.
keverwann

Jun 27, 2009

I think these are a good use of leftovers, but I wouldn't prep them from scratch. We enjoyed them using leftover cooked chicken instead of ham, leftover Chili Cheese Corn (also from Taste of Home) instead of the mayo and onion, and cheddar cheese instead of the swiss. I forgot about chilling it (oops!) and it turned out fine, just a little sticky and messy. Mine tasted good and were quite simple when everything was already prepped. These are worth trying with what you have at home!