Mushroom and Ham Puff Pastry There are recipes that everyone loves from the first bite. This mushroom and ham puff pastry is one of them. A golden-brown, crispy pastry encasing a melted core of sautéed mushrooms, smoked ham, and melted cheese… Just the thought of it makes your mouth water.

It’s a simple, generous, and convivial dish that we enjoy preparing any time of year. Perfect for a quick dinner, a weekend brunch, or even as a starter for a festive meal. And the best part? It tastes just as good warm as it does lukewarm, served with a green salad or vegetable velouté.
Ingredients for 4 servings
For the filling:
2 tbsp. 1 tbsp olive oil

1 small onion or 1 shallot, finely chopped

500g mushrooms, trimmed and sliced

150g smoked ham (or smoked bacon), diced

2 tbsp butter

2 tbsp flour

360ml warm milk (whole or semi-skimmed)

50g grated cheese (Emmental, Comté, Gruyère, or Parmesan)

2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley

Salt and freshly ground black pepper

A pinch of nutmeg (optional)

Preparation:

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