Virginia Ham Tarts
Elevate your appetizer game with these delectable Virginia Ham Tarts, a savory sensation packed with Southern charm. Featuring finely chopped Virginia ham, sharp cheddar cheese, and fresh green onions nestled in golden, flaky pie crusts, these bite-sized delights are perfect for any occasion. A rich egg and cream custard infused with Dijon mustard ties the flavors together, creating a harmonious blend of creamy, smoky, and tangy notes. With just 20 minutes of prep time and a quick bake, these versatile tarts can be served warm or at room temperature, making them an ideal choice for brunch spreads, holiday gatherings, or elegant cocktail parties. Impress your guests with this easy yet sophisticated recipe that celebrates the iconic flavors of Virginia ham!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 sheets Premade pie crusts
- 1 cup Virginia ham, finely chopped
- 1 cup Sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 3 stalks Green onions, finely chopped
- 1 piece Large egg
- 0.5 cup Heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Roll out the premade pie crusts on a lightly floured surface. Using a 3-inch round cutter, cut out 12 circles from the dough.
Press the dough circles into a non-stick muffin tin to form small tart shells. Set aside.
In a medium bowl, combine the chopped Virginia ham, shredded sharp cheddar cheese, and finely chopped green onions. Divide this mixture evenly among the tart shells.
In another bowl, whisk together the egg, heavy cream, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
Carefully pour the egg mixture over the ham and cheese filling in each tart shell, filling just below the edges of the crust.
Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the filling is set and the tart edges are golden brown.
Remove the tarts from the oven and let them cool in the muffin tin for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serve the Virginia Ham Tarts warm or at room temperature as a savory appetizer or brunch dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1773 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 122.4 g | 157% | |
| Saturated Fat | 60.9 g | 304% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 565 mg | 188% | |
| Sodium | 4832 mg | 210% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 66.4 g | 24% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.5 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.4 g | ||
| Protein | 93.5 g | 187% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.6 mcg | 8% | |
| Calcium | 892 mg | 69% | |
| Iron | 7.4 mg | 41% | |
| Potassium | 1065 mg | 23% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
