HAM 'N' SWISS PIE MIX

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"I am never without a batch of this mix in cupboard," writes Martha Warner of Lacombe, Alberta. "One of my favorite ways to use it is in a savory pie made with leftover meat and vegetables. But try it in any recipe that calls for biscuit mix."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 55m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

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Ingredients

4-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons plus 1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
1 cup shortening
ADDITIONAL INGREDIENTS (FOR EACH PIE):
2 cups diced fully cooked ham
1 cup shredded Swiss cheese
2 green onions, chopped
3 large eggs
1-1/2 cups milk
1/4 teaspoon ground mustard
Dash pepper

Steps:

In a large bowl, combine flour, baking powder and salt. Cut in shortening until crumbly. Stir in an airtight container in a cool, dry place for up to 6 months. Yield: 6 batches (about 6 cups mix). , To prepare pie: In a bowl, combine the ham, cheese and onions. Transfer to a greased 9-in. pie plate. In a bowl, combine the eggs, milk, mustard, pepper and 1 cup mix; beat just until blended. Pour over ham mixture. Bake at 400° for 30-35 minutes or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Let stand for 10 minutes before cutting.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 326 calories, Fat 19g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 156mg cholesterol, Sodium 887mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 21g protein.