Description
Indulgent three cheese ham involtini weaves Italian culinary magic into a delightful dish brimming with creamy richness. Melted cheese and savory ham roll together, promising a quick gourmet experience you’ll savor with each delectable bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 12 slices smoked ham (thinly sliced)
- 1.5 cups (375 milliliters) ricotta cheese
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) grated mozzarella cheese
- 0.5 cup (120 milliliters) grated Parmesan cheese
Herbs and Seasonings:
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Cooking Ingredient:
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F, preparing a lightly greased baking dish for the ham rolls.
- Create a rich cheese mixture by thoroughly blending ricotta, mozzarella, Parmesan, minced garlic, chopped parsley, olive oil, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl until smooth and well-integrated.
- Carefully lay out each ham slice on a clean work surface, ensuring they are flat and ready for filling.
- Distribute a generous spoonful of the prepared cheese mixture precisely in the center of each ham slice.
- Roll the ham slices tightly and securely, completely encasing the cheese filling to form compact cylindrical rolls.
- Arrange the ham rolls in the prepared baking dish, positioning them seam side down to prevent unraveling.
- Optional: Sprinkle an additional layer of Parmesan cheese over the top of the rolls for extra flavor and visual appeal.
- Transfer the baking dish to the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, watching for a slight golden coloration and ensuring the cheese is thoroughly warmed.
Notes
- Select high-quality, thinly sliced ham for easier rolling and better texture.
- Use fresh herbs like parsley or basil to enhance the cheese mixture’s flavor profile.
- For a low-carb option, swap ham with prosciutto or turkey slices for variety.
- Ensure cheese mixture is well-combined and not too watery to prevent leaking during baking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 850 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 26 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg