HAM 'N' EGG CREAM PUFFS

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"I've had this yummy, change-of-pace recipe for leftover ham so long, I can't remember where it originated," recalls Barbara Kemmer in Rohnert Park, California. "But my husband simply loves it!"

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 50m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

1/4 cup water
2 tablespoons butter
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 egg
1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon caraway seeds
FILLING:
5 teaspoons butter
5 teaspoons all-purpose flour
1/8 teaspoon salt
Dash pepper
1 cup 2% milk
1 cup cubed fully cooked ham
1 hard-boiled large egg, chopped
2 tablespoons chopped green pepper
1 teaspoon diced pimientos, optional

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, bring water and butter to a boil. Add flour all at once; stir until a smooth ball forms. Remove from the heat; let stand for 5 minutes. Add egg; beat well. Continue beating until mixture is smooth and shiny. Stir in caraway seeds., Drop by rounded 1/4 cupfuls 3 in. apart onto a greased baking sheet. Bake at 400° for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown. Remove to a wire rack. Immediately split puffs open; discard soft dough from inside. Cool., For filling, in a saucepan, melt butter; stir in the flour, salt and pepper until smooth. Add milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until thickened. Add ham, hard-boiled egg, green pepper and pimientos if desired; heat through. Spoon into puffs; replace tops.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 518 calories, Fat 34g fat (18g saturated fat), Cholesterol 315mg cholesterol, Sodium 1378mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 26g protein.

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I'm not a fan of cream puffs, but I loved these. They were so light and airy.


Mubshir Khan
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These cream puffs were a little bland for my taste, but they were still good.


Football Fan's
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I've made this recipe several times and it always turns out perfectly.


Damith Asanka
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These cream puffs were a little time-consuming to make, but they were definitely worth the effort.


Rasel islam
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I'm not a fan of ham, so I used bacon in this recipe instead. It was delicious!


Anthony Ptak
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These cream puffs were a little too sweet for my taste, but I still enjoyed them.


Rosemary Kwofie
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I'm allergic to eggs, so I substituted egg replacer in this recipe and it worked perfectly.


Kaleem Akhtar
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These cream puffs were a big hit at my last potluck. Everyone loved them!


Nicholas Messina
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I tried this recipe twice and both times the cream puffs turned out perfectly. I'm definitely adding this recipe to my favorites.


best 3D
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This recipe was a disaster! The cream puffs were flat and the filling was runny.


pasindu rasanga
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I thought these cream puffs were okay, but I wouldn't make them again.


Mlindo Syamthanda
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These cream puffs were a little dry, but the filling was delicious.


Apurbo Gaming
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I've never made cream puffs before, but these turned out great. I'm so glad I tried this recipe.


Chloe Hebert
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These cream puffs were a little more work than I expected, but they were definitely worth it. They were so delicious!


Linda Okaye
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I'm not a big fan of ham, but I loved these cream puffs. The filling was creamy and flavorful, and the pastry was light and airy.


Chantasia Powell
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These were so easy to make and they tasted amazing! I love that I could use ingredients that I already had on hand.


Gabriela Martinez
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I followed the recipe exactly and the cream puffs turned out perfectly. They were golden brown and the filling was perfectly cooked. I'm so glad I tried this recipe.


Brent Butler
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These cream puffs were delicious! The filling was creamy and flavorful, and the pastry was light and airy. I'll definitely be making them again.


Franca Adagedo
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I've been making these cream puffs for years and they're always a crowd-pleaser. The ham and egg filling is a nice change from the traditional sweet fillings.


Atinuke Kings
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These ham and egg cream puffs were a hit at my last party! They were so easy to make and everyone loved them. I'll definitely be making them again soon.