The Pioneer Woman Tasty Kitchen
Profile Photo

Ham & Cheese Braid

0.00 Mitt(s) 0 Rating(s)0 votes, average: 0.00 out of 50 votes, average: 0.00 out of 50 votes, average: 0.00 out of 50 votes, average: 0.00 out of 50 votes, average: 0.00 out of 5

Prep:

Cook:

Level: Easy

System:

4
x

Print Options

Page size Letter 3x5 4x6
Text Size Small Medium Large
Content Include description
Include prep time, etc.
Show image

Description

This is my version of ham and cheese all grown up. The sauce is the kicker here! A light, creamy cheese sauce was spread on first, then the ham and finally a thin layer of mozzarella and provolone. The two cheese flavors really complimented the ham and made for a great light lunch. A small salad or fruit on the side would be perfect to make this into a full meal.

Ingredients

  • 1 package Pillsbury Pizza Dough, Thick Version, 13 Ounces
  • ¼ pounds Rosemary Ham (or Your Favorite Flavor)
  • 2 Tablespoons Butter
  • ⅛ cups Heavy Cream Or Milk
  • ¼ bars Velveeta Cheese, Chunked (1/4 Of A 2 Pound Bar)
  • 1 teaspoon Country Style Dijon Mustard (optional)
  • 1 cup Mozzarella And Provolone Cheese Blend, For Sprinkling
  • 1 whole Egg, Beaten

Preparation

Preheat your oven to 425.

Roll out your pizza dough onto parchment paper set on the counter. It will be all jumbled and wrinkley, that’s fine. Roll it out or pat it out with your hands very thinly into a big square. (I trim mine off into a square with my pizza cutter because I have cooking OCD! I swear but you don’t have to be so precise.) Leaving a big two to three inch strip in the middle for the goodies to go. Slice into the edges of the dough on each side, every 1/2 inch or so so you make flaps to fold over and braid with. Set aside.

In a small sauce pan, melt your butter over medium low heat. Add the cream and chunked up Velveeta, whisking till combined and smooth. Use a spoon, test to see if it coats the back of the spoon and stays there. That’s what you want…thick and creamy. If it’s too thin, whisk in some more Velveeta. Stir in the mustard if using. Remove from heat and let cool a minute or two.

Spread on the cheese sauce in the middle of your dough in a thick layer right down the middle. Add your ham on top of the cheese sauce, as much or as little as you want. Top with a sprinkling of the mozzarella/provolone cheese.

Now the fun part! Braid the dough over top of the ham and cheeses, pulling the dough across and stretching if you have to. It’s ok…its really forgiving to work with! When you get to the end, if you have dough left over, just trim it or tuck under the braid.

Move the parchment paper to a low edge cookie sheet and brush the top of the braid with the beaten egg. Salt and pepper to taste and pop it in the oven for about 15-18 minutes. Let it cool for about 3 minutes before slicing or the cheese sauce will ooze out EVERYWHERE and you don’t want that.

Makes 4 individual size servings. (Or two if you’re uber hungry!)

No Comments

You must be logged in to post a comment.

No Reviews

You must be logged in to post a review.

Related Recipes

Garlic Shrimp Scampi with Angel Hair Pasta
Profile Photo by Blondelish.com in Main Courses
This shrimp scampi with angel hair pasta is a delicious dinner...
5.00 Mitt(s) 1 Rating(s)1 vote, average: 5.00 out of 51 vote, average: 5.00 out of 51 vote, average: 5.00 out of 51 vote, average: 5.00 out of 51 vote, average: 5.00 out of 5

Prep: Cook:

Serves: 4 Level: Easy


Mango Tilapia
Profile Photo by Shavanna in Main Courses
This is an easy, tasty and healthy recipe for a pan-seared...
0.00 Mitt(s) 0 Rating(s)0 votes, average: 0.00 out of 50 votes, average: 0.00 out of 50 votes, average: 0.00 out of 50 votes, average: 0.00 out of 50 votes, average: 0.00 out of 5

Prep: Cook:

Serves: 4 Level: Easy


Sage Garlic Lamb with Feta Yogurt Sauce
Profile Photo by Molly Mulligan in Main Courses
Using few ingredients, this recipe for ground lamb is so tasty!...
0.00 Mitt(s) 0 Rating(s)0 votes, average: 0.00 out of 50 votes, average: 0.00 out of 50 votes, average: 0.00 out of 50 votes, average: 0.00 out of 50 votes, average: 0.00 out of 5

Prep: Cook:

Serves: 4 Level: Easy


Cabbage Rolls
Profile Photo by Beth Pierce in Main Courses
These delicious traditional stuffed Cabbage Rolls are made with ground sausage...
0.00 Mitt(s) 0 Rating(s)0 votes, average: 0.00 out of 50 votes, average: 0.00 out of 50 votes, average: 0.00 out of 50 votes, average: 0.00 out of 50 votes, average: 0.00 out of 5

Prep: Cook:

Serves: 12 Level: Easy


Dorito Casserole
Profile Photo by Krystle in Main Courses
Flavorful ground beef, and melty cheese in a crunchy doritos crust....
5.00 Mitt(s) 2 Rating(s)2 votes, average: 5.00 out of 52 votes, average: 5.00 out of 52 votes, average: 5.00 out of 52 votes, average: 5.00 out of 52 votes, average: 5.00 out of 5

Prep: Cook:

Serves: 8 Level: Easy