Almond Ham Roll-Ups

This recipe was the appetizer winner of the Holiday Recipe Contest of our local newspaper.

• Ready In: 10 mins
• Serves: 24
• Yields: 24 roll-ups

Ingredients

• 18  ounces cream cheese
• 1  teaspoon  instant minced onion
• 1⁄4 teaspoon dry mustard
• 1⁄8 teaspoon  hot sauce
• 12  ounces ham, thinly sliced
• 2  tablespoons mayonnaise
• 1  teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1⁄4 teaspoon paprika
• 1  tablespoon  almonds, finely chopped
• 1⁄4 cup green onion, chopped

Directions

1. Combine all ingredients, except ham, and stir until well blended. Spread 1 T. mixture onto each ham slice. Roll up, jellyroll fashion, starting at short end. Wrap in plastic wrap and freeze (up to one month).
2. Thaw at room temperature an hour before serving. Cut each roll into 1/4 inch slices before completely thawed. May serve with crackers for an extra crunch taste.