HAM CROQUETTES WITH MUSTARD SAUCE

Ham Croquettes with Mustard Sauce image

Any leftover ham is set aside for these crispy croquettes. I shape them early in the day, then simply fry them at dinnertime. The mustard sauce is mild and pairs well with ham.-Kathy Vincek, Toms River, New Jersey

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 40m

Yield 1 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 19

Ingredients

2 cups finely chopped fully cooked ham
1 tablespoon finely chopped onion
1 teaspoon minced fresh parsley
1/4 cup butter, cubed
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 cup 2% milk
1 egg
2 tablespoons water
3/4 cup dry bread crumbs
Oil for deep-fat frying
SAUCE:
1-1/2 teaspoons butter
1-1/2 teaspoons all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
Dash pepper
1/2 cup milk
4-1/2 teaspoons yellow mustard

Steps:

In a small bowl, combine the ham, onion and parsley; set aside., In a small saucepan, melt butter. Stir in the flour, salt and pepper until smooth; gradually add milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1 minute or until thickened. Stir into ham mixture., Spread into an 8-in. square baking dish; cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours., In a shallow bowl, combine egg and water. Place bread crumbs in a separate shallow bowl. Shape ham mixture into 12 balls (mixture will be soft); roll each ball in egg mixture, then in bread crumbs. Cover and refrigerate 2 hours longer., In an electric skillet or deep fryer, heat oil to 375°. Fry croquettes, a few at a time, for 2-3 minutes or until golden brown, turning once. Drain on paper towels., Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, melt butter. Stir in the flour, salt and pepper until smooth; gradually add milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Stir in mustard. Serve with croquettes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 188 calories, Fat 14g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 44mg cholesterol, Sodium 503mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 7g protein.