HAM WELLINGTON

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For over 25 years, I've made this beautiful ham in a golden crust at holiday dinners, and people think I'm the fanciest cook they ever met-never knowing how simple it was to prepare. Serve it with your favorite sauce. -Sharon Devereaux, Speedway, Indiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h25m

Yield 12-16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1-3/4 cups all-purpose flour
1-1/2 teaspoons ground mustard
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 pound white cheddar cheese, shredded
1/2 cup cold butter, cubed
7 tablespoons cold water, divided
1 boneless fully cooked ham (3-1/2 to 4 pounds)
1 egg, lightly beaten

Steps:

  • In a food processor, combine the flour, mustard and salt. Add cheese and butter; cover and pulse until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Gradually add 6 tablespoons water until a firm ball forms. Transfer to a large bowl. Chill for 2 hours or until firm. , Let ham stand at room temperature for 30 minutes; pat dry with paper towels. Place on a rack in a shallow roasting pan. Bake, uncovered, at 325° for 45 minutes., On a lightly floured surface, roll pastry into a 17x12-in. rectangle. Place warm ham in the center of pastry. Fold short sides of pastry over ham; fold long sides over top, trimming edges as needed. Press seams and edges until smooth and sealed., Place seam side down on a greased baking sheet. In a small bowl, combine egg and remaining water; brush over pastry. Cut decorative cutouts from trimmings if desired; arrange on pastry and brush with egg mixture. , Bake, uncovered, at 400° for 40-45 minutes or until a thermometer reads 140° and pastry is golden brown. Let stand for 10 minutes before slicing.

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Derrick Terry
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious! I would definitely recommend it to anyone looking for a special dish to serve at their next party.


Abokor Samale
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I've made this recipe several times and it always turns out perfectly. It's a great dish for special occasions or even just a weeknight dinner.


Christian Maciel
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This was a delicious and impressive dish! The ham was moist and flavorful, and the pastry was flaky and golden brown. My guests loved it!


Kk Boy
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I'm not a fan of ham, but I loved this recipe! The ham was cooked perfectly and the pastry was so flaky. I would definitely make this again.


Sarufa Akter
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I made this recipe for my family and they loved it! The ham was cooked to perfection and the pastry was flaky and golden brown.


Rabindar Sah
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I followed the recipe exactly and the ham wellington turned out perfectly. It was a delicious and impressive dish that my guests loved.


Clifton Gerber
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This was a great recipe! The ham was moist and flavorful, and the pastry was flaky and buttery. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and impressive dish to serve at their next party.


Inga Beck
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I loved this recipe! The ham was cooked perfectly and the pastry was so flaky. I will definitely be making this again.


ayoty star
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This recipe was a hit! The ham was juicy and the pastry was flaky. I will definitely be making this again.


Yantle Jakuja
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This was a delicious and impressive dish! I made it for a party and everyone loved it. The ham was moist and flavorful, and the pastry was flaky and golden brown. I will definitely be making this again!


Wayne Ragens
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I was a bit hesitant to try this recipe because I'm not a big fan of ham, but I'm so glad I did! The ham was cooked perfectly and the pastry was amazing. I'll definitely be making this again!


Chakra Bahadur Budha
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I've made this recipe several times and it always turns out perfectly. It's a great dish for special occasions or even just a weeknight dinner. My family loves it!


lai mutita
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious! The ham was moist and tender, and the pastry was flaky and buttery. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a special dish to serve at their next party.


BERER DESH BD
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I love ham, and I love puff pastry, so I knew I had to try this recipe. I was not disappointed! The ham was cooked to perfection and the pastry was crispy and flaky. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Chloe Goliath
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This was a bit more work than I expected, but it was totally worth it. The end result was stunning, and the taste was even better. I would recommend this recipe to anyone who loves ham and is looking for a special dish to serve at their next party.


Ottneydiz Oliveros
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I'm not a big fan of ham, but I have to say this recipe changed my mind. The ham was moist and flavorful, and the pastry was flaky and buttery. I'll definitely be making this again!


Paul Silas
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Wow! This ham wellington was an absolute delight! The combination of flavors was exquisite and the pastry was perfectly golden. My guests were thoroughly impressed and kept asking for more. Thank you for sharing this amazing recipe!