ASPARAGUS HAM & CHEESE ROLLS

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Chock-full of fresh flavor, these scrumptious snacks are perfect to pack for a picnic or ball game. When I'm pressed for time, I prepare the dough for the flaky golden rolls in my bread machine. -Amy Davis of Folsom, New Mexico

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 40m

Yield 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

3 to 4 cups all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons sugar
1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup milk
1/2 cup water
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 egg whites, divided
1 egg
1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1 block (4 ounces) cheddar cheese, cubed
2 cups diced fully cooked lean ham

Steps:

In a large bowl, combine 2-1/2 cups flour, sugar, yeast and salt. In a saucepan, heat milk, water and oil to 120°-130°. Add to dry ingredients; beat just until moistened. Add one egg white and egg; beating until smooth. Stir in enough remaining flour to form a soft dough. , Turn onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, about 6-8 minutes. Place in a greased bowl, turning once to grease top. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour. , Punch dough down. Turn onto a lightly floured surface. Cover and let stand for 15 minutes. , Meanwhile, place 1/2 in. of water and asparagus in a saucepan; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 3-5 minutes. Drain. , Divide dough into 24 pieces; roll each piece into a 5-in. circle. Place a few pieces of asparagus, a cheese cube and a tablespoon of ham in the center of each circle. Wrap dough around filling, pinching seams to seal. Place rolls, seam side down, 2 in. apart on baking sheets coated with cooking spray. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 30 minutes. , Beat remaining egg white; brush over rolls. Bake at 350° for 18-20 minutes or until golden brown. Remove to wire racks. Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 129 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 17mg cholesterol, Sodium 237mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 7g protein.