Ham and Cheese Rye Balls

Submitted by Cheryl E

"Nice party balls."

 

• Ready In: 30mins
• Ingredients: 10
• Yields: 24 balls

ingredients

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1⁄2 cup dark rye flour
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 1 pinch salt
• 1⁄4 cup shortening
• 1 1⁄2 cups shredded swiss cheese
• 2⁄3 cup finely chopped ham
• 2 tablespoons finely chopped parsley
• 2 tablespoons finely chopped red peppers
• 1⁄2 - 2⁄3 cup 2% low-fat milk

directions

1. Combine flour, baking powder and salt in a bowl.
2. Cut in shortening with 2 knives until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
3. Stir in cheese, ham, parsley and red pepper.
4. Gradually add just enough milk to make dough hold together.
5. Knead 5-6 times on a lightly floured surface.
6. Shape dough into 1-inch balls.
7. Bake in a 375°F oven on a lightly greased baking sheet until golden.