How to Make Ham and Swiss Braid - A Step-by-Step Guide

If you're looking for a delicious and impressive dish to serve at your next gathering, then look no further than this Ham and Swiss braid. This recipe combines the savory flavors of ham and cheese with the buttery flakiness of puff pastry, resulting in a show-stopping appetizer or main course. Whether you're hosting a brunch, a holiday meal, or just want to treat your family to something special, this Ham and Swiss braid is sure to be a hit.

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Ingredients

  • 4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 2 (.25 ounce) packages quick-rise yeast
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup water
  • ¼ cup Dijon mustard
  • 2 tablespoons butter or margarine
  • 1 pound thinly sliced deli ham
  • 1 cup shredded Swiss cheese
  • ½ cup chopped dill pickles
  • 1 egg, lightly beaten

Information

  • Prep Time: 25 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 55 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 8 servings

  • In a mixing bowl, combine 3 cups flour, sugar, yeast and salt. In a small saucepan, heat water, mustard and butter to 120*-130*. Add to flour mixture. Stir in enough remaining flour to form a soft dough (dough will be stiff). Turn onto a lightly floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, about 6-8 minutes.
  • Roll dough into a 14-in. x 12-in. rectangle on a greased baking sheet. Arrange half of the ham over dough. Top with cheese, pickles and remaining ham. On each long side, cut 3/4-in.-wide strips about 2-1/2 in. into center. starting at one end, fold alternating strips at an angle across filling. Pinch ends to seal. Cover and let rise for 15 minutes.
  • Brush with egg. Bake at 375 degrees F for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown. Serve warm.