Ham and Cheese Pinwheels

An easy to make appetizer that is also a crowd pleaser. Both variations are popular.

• Ready In: 35 mins
• Yields: 20 pinwheels

Ingredients

• 4 -6  slices deli ham
• 1 (10 ounce) can  prepared pizza crust
• 1  cup swiss cheese, shredded
• 2  teaspoons basil leaves, finely chopped (or parsley)
•  honey mustard

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
2. Line a large baking sheet with aluminum foil.
3. Place wax paper on a clean work surface and open pizza crust onto the paper.
4. Beginning at the center, roll dough out evenly in all directions to make a 14 x 12 inch rectangle.
5. Sprinkle dough with cheese and basil (or parsley).
6. Lay ham slices over cheese, end to end.
7. Roll up dough tightly, beginning at a long end.
8. Press seam to close.
9. Pinch ends together to seal.
10. Lay roll on foil-lined sheet, seam side down.
11. Bake 20 to 25 minutes until browned.
12. Cool 5 minutes and cut into 1/2 to 3/4 inch slices,.
13. Serve with honey mustard on the side.
14. Note: For a recipe variation, use smoked ham and substitute Jalapeno-Jack cheese instead of the Swiss and cilantro instead of the basil. Serve with salsa on the side.