Ham Starflower

Ingredients and Weight:

• 1 lb thinly sliced deli ham
• 1 (8 oz) package refrigerated crescent dough
• 1/2 cup prepared mustard
• 1/2 cup shredded Swiss cheese
• 3 tablespoons butter, melted
• Poppy seeds for garnish (optional)

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

15 minutes

Difficulty Level:

2 (easy)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Unroll crescent dough and press into a 12-inch pizza pan.
3. Spread mustard evenly over the dough.
4. Sprinkle Swiss cheese over the mustard.
5. Cut ham slices into star shapes using a cookie cutter.
6. Arrange ham stars over the cheese.
7. Drizzle melted butter over the stars.
8. Bake for 15 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the ham is heated through.
9. Sprinkle with poppy seeds, if desired.

Nutritional Information (per serving):

Calories: 280 Fat: 12g Protein: 15g Carbohydrates: 28g Fiber: 1g

Dish Characteristics:

• Savory and flavorful
• Visually appealing with the star-shaped ham
• Easy to make and perfect for entertaining

User Comments:

• "This dish was a hit at my party! It's so cute and delicious."
• "I love the combination of ham, cheese, and mustard."
• "The poppy seed garnish adds a nice touch."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Use a sharp cookie cutter to cut the ham stars for clean edges.
• If you don't have a pizza pan, you can use a greased baking sheet.
• Let the starflower cool slightly before slicing to prevent the cheese from oozing out.