BISCUIT HAM SPIRALS

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This is a great way to use leftover ham...in fact, a friend of mine thinks it's one of the best ham dishes she's ever tried. I learned to love cooking while working alongside my mother, who owned a lodge and fast-food stand.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 45m

Yield 12 slices.

Number Of Ingredients 22

Ingredients

2 cups all-purpose flour
3-1/2 teaspoons baking powder
2 teaspoons sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup shortening
1 large egg
3/4 cup whole milk
FILLING:
2-1/2 cups ground fully cooked ham
1 small onion, finely chopped
1 large egg
2 tablespoons prepared mustard
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley or 2 teaspoons dried parsley flakes
1 tablespoon prepared horseradish
1/4 teaspoon pepper
CHEESE SAUCE:
3 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon white pepper
2 cups whole milk
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

In a large bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, sugar and salt. Cut in shortening until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Combine egg and milk; stir into crumb mixture just until moistened. Turn onto a floured surface; knead 12 times. Roll into a 12x10-in. rectangle. , Combine the filling ingredients; spread over dough to within 1/2 in. of edges. Roll up jelly-roll style, starting with a long side; pinch seam to seal. Cut into 1-in. slices. , Place cut side down on a greased baking sheet. Bake at 425° for 15-18 minutes or until golden brown. , Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, melt butter. Stir in flour, salt and white pepper until smooth. Gradually add milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Remove from the heat; stir in cheese until melted. Serve with ham slices.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 341 calories, Fat 22g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 77mg cholesterol, Sodium 943mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 13g protein.