Southerners love these delicious ham treats as an essential party dish at tailgates, girls’ nights and neighborhood gatherings. Made with sweet Hawaiian rolls filled with salty ham and melty cheese complemented by a butter sauce made of poppy seeds – this recipe will leave an impressionful first impression with guests!
To create Ham Delights, spread mayonnaise on cut surfaces of rolls and layer sliced deli ham and Swiss cheese slices. Next, mix up remaining ingredients and pour over sandwiches before covering and resting before baking.
Ham
Sweet Hawaiian rolls add a hint of sweetness that pairs beautifully with salty ham and melty cheese, while their butter sauce made with slightly crunchy poppy seeds and Worcestershire sauce elevates this easy dish’s flavors.
As an alternative, try switching up your selection of slider buns or brioche rolls if Hawaiian pull-apart rolls aren’t your preference. Try honey ham, smoked deli ham or Swiss cheese as different forms of protein and cheeses have their own distinctive characteristics and flavors; add peppers or pickles before covering and baking for extra spice!
Cheese
At any Southern party, cheese straws are an irresistibly tasty appetizer. Our recipe adds a creative spin with everything bagel seasoning for an irresistibly tasty bite-sized snack!
This simple recipe can easily be doubled or tripled for larger groups. Experiment with various kinds of deli meat such as turkey or chicken and select from an array of melting cheeses.
These delectable sliders rely on King’s Hawaiian original sweet rolls, which provide the ideal sweet crunch. Plus, they bake perfectly in a 13×9-inch baking dish!
Poppy Seeds
Sweet and tasty spread, called Kajmak is a staple in many Polish and Ukrainian homes, providing the ideal finishing touch for sandwiches and baked goods as well as serving as a tasty snack or treat.
To create this dish, combine melted butter and brown sugar before stirring in poppy seeds, Worcestershire sauce and mustard. Finally, garnish the dish with fresh dill and parsley leaves for garnishment.
All ingredients should be combined and evenly spread on top of each ham delight, covered in foil and baked until hot.
As soon as it has finished baking, remove and allow to cool. Sprinkle powdered sugar over the dish for an elegant finishing touch – yet feel free to experiment with different toppings such as thinly-sliced pineapple and red onion, chopped jalapeno peppers or any other fruit/vegetable combinations that might add flare.
Mayonnaise
Mayonnaise adds a delicious depth of richness to any dish, whether its classic recipe calls for oil and egg yolks combined or commercial mayonnaise is made up of additional ingredients to increase shelf-stability.
Use neutral-flavored oils such as grape seed, safflower, or avocado when adding large amounts of oil. As this will leave an enjoyable taste.
Mayonnaise is the foundation of this recipe, but feel free to experiment with other varieties such as garlic paste or saffron to create special tastes. Serve these ham delectations alongside soup or salad at lunch time for an easy bite, potlucks or tailgating events, or enjoy as a special snack at any gathering!
Worcestershire Sauce
Lea & Perrins Worcestershire sauce can be found tucked away in your pantry and is always handy when preparing deviled eggs or meatloaf – however it also has many other uses! Dating back thousands of years.
Worcestershire sauce can be used as both a marinade and topping on beef stews or burgers, thanks to its salty savoriness (from anchovies) and vinegar balance perfectly with sweet molasses, acidity of tamarind extract and other ingredients in any recipe.
This versatile ingredient adds a bold dose of umami flavor to homemade salad dressing and dip recipes, such as Catalina or Russian dressing recipes. Try using it for quick flavor enhancement!
Mustard
Mustard adds an irresistibly decadent recipe with its bright burst of flavor, cutting through the richness of deli meat and Swiss cheese for an irresistibly irresistible treat. These mini sandwiches make an easy way to feed hungry crowds quickly!
No matter where it’s used, mustard’s tangy flavor adds a gourmet touch to traditional dishes such as salad dressing or glaze ham – from dressing a salad to glazing it – making it the ideal ingredient to elevate classic meals like salad or ham with. Add a bit of heat by using cayenne pepper or paprika; or herbs by including fresh dill or tarragon into the sauce for even greater effect!
Beyond deviled eggs and potato salad, mustard can also make an easy weeknight dinner or skillet recipe more comforting – try this comforting pork chop dish that features a warm mustard-based dressing!