Ingredients

3 - 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon sugar
1 envelope fleischmann fast rising yeast
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup water
2 tablespoons butter or 2 tablespoons margarine
1 egg , large
1 cup diced ham
1/2 cup shredded swiss cheese
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 egg white
1 tablespoon water
Ham and cheese kolache is a popular pastry in the Czech Republic and is also a Texan delicacy. The recipe is easy to make and can be customized with different fillings to suit your preference. This pastry can be enjoyed for breakfast, as a snack or as a light meal. The kolaches are a cross between a bread roll and a Danish pastry, and they're moist and chewy. The filling, made with diced ham, Swiss cheese, grated parmesan cheese, and Dijon mustard, gives this pastry its unique flavor profile. Serve with your favorite hot beverage for a satisfying and comforting treat.

Instructions

1.In a bowl, combine 2 cups of flour, grated parmesan cheese, sugar, yeast, and salt.
2.In a saucepan on medium heat, combine water and butter, stirring just until the butter has melted. Remove from heat.
3.Beat the egg and pour it into the saucepan. Mix well.
4.Gradually add the flour mixture to the saucepan, beating continuously until everything is well incorporated.
5.Add 1 cup of flour gradually, mixing gently to form a soft dough.
6.Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead for 8 minutes until the dough is smooth and elastic.
7.Place dough in a greased bowl, cove</n>, and allow it to rise in a warm place for 35 minutes or until it has doubled in size.
8.Preheat oven to 375°F.
9.After dough has risen, punch it down, cover, and let it rest for 10 minutes.
10.Combine ham, Swiss cheese, grated parmesan cheese, and Dijon mustard in a small bowl.
11.Divide dough into 12 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a ball, press down the center, and fill with 2 tablespoons of the ham and cheese mixture. Pinch the dough together to seal in the filling.
12.Place the balls on a greased baking sheet, cover with a cloth, and allow to rise for 15 minutes.
13.Beat egg white and water in a small bowl and brush on top of the kolaches.
14.Bake for 18-20 minutes until golden brown.

PROS

This recipe is easy to follow and results in a delicious pastry that can be enjoyed any time of the day.
The kolache is savory and comforting, perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as a snack.

CONS

The dough takes some time to rise, which means you need to plan ahead.
Also, the kolache is not a low-calorie food item.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this pastry is not the healthiest food item, it contains protein and calcium from the cheese and ham filling. The bread is a source of carbohydrates and fiber. However, as with any high-carb food, it should be consumed in moderation.

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