Ham and Cheese Tarts

Name: Ham and Cheese Tarts
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 2-1/2 dozen
Ingredients: 6 ounces cream cheese, softened; 1/2 cup French onion dip; 1 tablespoon whole milk; 1/4 teaspoon ground mustard; 1/4 teaspoon grated orange zest; 1/2 cup finely chopped fully cooked ham; 1 tube (12 ounces) refrigerated buttermilk biscuits; 1/4 teaspoon paprika

Total Time Prep: 25 min. Bake: 15 min.

Yield 2-1/2 dozen

Test Kitchen Approved

These savory tarts have been a family favorite for years. Make the ham mixture in advance to save time when guests arrive. —Delores Romyn, Stratton, Ontario

Ingredients

6 ounces cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup French onion dip
1 tablespoon whole milk
1/4 teaspoon ground mustard
1/4 teaspoon grated orange zest
1/2 cup finely chopped fully cooked ham
1 tube (12 ounces) refrigerated buttermilk biscuits
1/4 teaspoon paprika

Directions

In a small bowl, beat the cream cheese, onion dip, milk, mustard and orange zest until blended. Stir in the ham.
Split each biscuit into thirds; press into lightly greased miniature muffin cups. Spoon a scant tablespoonful of ham mixture into each cup; sprinkle with paprika. Bake at 375° for 12-17 minutes or until golden brown. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

3 each: 178 calories, 9g fat (5g saturated fat), 23mg cholesterol, 523mg sodium, 19g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 0 fiber), 6g protein.

These savory tarts have been a family favorite for years. Make the ham mixture in advance to save time when guests arrive. —Delores Romyn, Stratton, Ontario

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