Pastry with Philadelphia, vegetables, and ham

Phyllo pastry with Philadelphia, vegetables, and ham – a savory recipe for an elegant appetizer

Preparation time: 20 minutes
Baking time: 25 minutes
Total time: 45 minutes
Number of servings: 10-12

I present to you a delicious and easy-to-make recipe, perfect for a party or family gathering – Phyllo pastry with Philadelphia, vegetables, and ham. It is a quick and simple appetizer option that impresses with its appearance and flavor combination. It uses accessible ingredients, and the result will be a delight that will pamper your guests' taste buds.

Ingredients:
- 1 package of phyllo dough (approximately 275g)
- 200g Philadelphia cream cheese
- 100g ham (preferably smoked or with intense flavor)
- 1 bell pepper (red or yellow, for an attractive look)
- 1 small carrot
- 100g zucchini
- 1 egg (for brushing)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Herbs (optional, e.g., oregano or basil)

Instructions:

1. Start by preheating the oven to 200°C. Place a baking tray with parchment paper to prevent the pastry from sticking.

2. Roll out the phyllo dough on a clean surface to obtain a rectangle approximately 30 cm long. If you have pre-rolled dough, this step will be even simpler!

3. In a bowl, mix the Philadelphia cream cheese with a little salt and pepper. Add herbs if you want an extra flavor boost.

4. Cut the ham into thin strips, the bell pepper into small cubes, and the carrot and zucchini into thin slices. Make sure the vegetables are cut evenly to cook evenly.

5. Spread the cream cheese mixture over the entire surface of the dough, leaving a margin of about 1 cm on all sides. Add the strips of ham and the evenly cut vegetables, arranging them well for a pleasing appearance.

6. Now comes the fun part! Roll the dough from one end to the other, forming a tight roll. Make sure the filling doesn't escape during this process.

7. Cut the roll into slices about 1.5 cm thick. You will get about 20 slices, but you can adjust the thickness according to your preferences.

8. Place the slices on the prepared tray, leaving space between them to allow them to puff up during baking. Brush each slice with beaten egg for a golden and appetizing crust.

9. Bake the pastry in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until golden and crispy. You will know they are ready when a tempting aroma fills the kitchen!

10. Remove the tray from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving. These appetizers are delicious both warm and at room temperature.

Serving suggestions: Serve the pastries with a yogurt sauce with dill or with a salad of tomatoes and cucumbers to complement the flavors.

Possible variations: You can experiment with other types of cheese, such as feta or mozzarella, or you can add olives or mushrooms for an even more complex flavor. You can also replace the ham with cooked chicken breast or a vegetarian option like marinated tofu.

This recipe for phyllo pastry with Philadelphia, vegetables, and ham is sure to become a family favorite. Prepare it at your next gathering and enjoy the applause of your guests for your culinary skills!

 Ingredients: 2 packages of puff pastry, each weighing 225 g, 1 A - 2 boxes of Philadelphia cheese, each weighing 250 g, 150 g of diced ham, yellow and/or green bell pepper diced, A zucchini diced, A chopped red onion, 6 small cherry tomatoes, quartered.