Stuff it, roll it, or wrap it. That was the criteria behind the selection of a recipe. The possibilities seemed endless. Should there be an attempt at making homemade sushi for the first time? Or perhaps turn a favorite sandwich into a wrap? There are burritos, boliche (Cuban stuffed beef roast), Thai basil rolls, and so much more on my to-make list. I finally decided on ham, turkey and cheddar turnovers because puff pastry is involved and that is always a good thing.
Puff pastry and phyllo dough get me every time. The thin flakiness makes an airy crunch unlike almost any other. I've made spanakopita or cherry cream cheese bites with phyllo sheets or shells. Turning leftovers into something special is easily done with puff pastry like I did with lingonberry turnovers and these savory ones. The way they puff up when baking is almost like magic.
How are the ham, turkey, and cheddar turnovers? They are flaky on the outside and full of savory goodness on the inside. Chopped ham, turkey, and shredded cheddar cheese are mixed with onion and seasonings to create a flavorful filling. The filling is stuffed inside oh so heavenly puff pastry. Folding the pastry over the filling and sealing it is a challenge. It will seem as if there is too much for each turnover. However, the filling shrinks and the pastry expands while baking so it all works out in the end.
Do you like foods that are stuffed, rolled, or wrapped? I sure do and so do a bunch of Sunday Supper contributors. We are even having a virtual event to celebrate them. Scroll down to find the recipe list and links below. Special thanks to Amy of kimchi MOM for hosting this fun event. Oh, and find more recipes by following the #WeekdaySupper hashtag on twitter.
Ham, Turkey, and Cheddar Turnovers
Ingredients
- ½ cup finely chopped onion
- 3 ounces finely diced ham
- ¾ cup finely diced turkey or chicken
- 3 ounces grated cheddar cheese
- 1 garlic clove minced or crushed
- 1 tablespoon whole grain mustard
- 2 teaspoons worcestershire sauce
- 2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme leaves
- 1 sheet frozen puff pastry thawed
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with parchment or non-stick liner.
- Combine onion, ham, turkey, cheese, garlic, mustard, Worcestershire, and thyme in a large bowl.
- On a lightly dusted surface, roll out puff pastry to a 12-inch square. Cut into 4 equal squares.
- Divide mixuture among the squares, placing it on one side and leaving about a ½-inch border.
- Brush edges with water and fold the pasty over to form a triangle.
- Press edges to seal. Transfer turnovers to baking sheet.
- Baked for 20 to 25 minutes, until golden brown.
Notes
Recipe adapted from Ham, turkey, and cheese turnover from Woman's Day.
Are you looking for stuffed, rolled, or wrapped foods? Take a look at these recipes by Sunday Supper contributors:
Starters and Snacks
- Endive Stuffed with Blue Cheese, Walnuts and Honey by Shockingly Delicious
- Filipino Turon (Banana Lumpia) by Killer Bunnies, Inc
- Arepas de Queso by A Kitchen Hoor's Adventures
- Chicken Tinga Taquitos with Avocado Cream by Savvy Eats
- Eggy Rice Wraps by Jane's Adventures in Dinner
- Puff Pastry and Prosciutto Wrapped Asparagus by The Girl In The Little Red Kitchen
- Onigiri by Brunch With Joy
- Stuffed Pierogie Shells by Seduction in The Kitchen
- Scotch Eggs with Sriracha Dipping Sauce by Run DMT
- Celery Root Lettuce Wraps with Beluga Lentils by The Wimpy Vegetarian
Entrees and Mains
- Rouladen by The Not So Cheesy Kitchen
- Stracci di Antrodoco by Manu's Menu
- Eggplant Rollatini by MealDiva
- Chicken Cordon Blue by The Foodie Army Wife
- Stuffed Whole Baby Savoy Cabbages by Food Lust People Love
- Chicken Taco Egg Rolls by Table for Seven
- Shrimp Tempura Roll by Small Wallet, Big Appetite
- Lemon and Herb Stuffed Salmon by Nosh My Way
- Tamales de Rajas y Requeson (Roasted Poblano Tamales) by La Cocina de Leslie
- Bademjan Shekam-por by Culinary Adventures with Camilla
- Mascarpone Blueberry Stuffed French Toast by gotta get baked
- Korean-style Meaty Stuffed Potatoes by kimchi MOM
- Strawberries and Cream Pancake Roll by Curious Cuisiniere
- Creamy Goat Cheese Quinoa Stuffed Tomatoes by Take A Bite Out of Boca
- Greek Rolled Meatloaf by Kudos Kitchen By Renee
- Shrimp Burritos Con Queso by Cooking On The Ranch
- Bee-Bim Bop Sushi Rolls by NinjaBaking.com
- Angel Hair Shrimp Lettuce Wraps by Family Foodie
- Genoa Salami and Kalamata Olive Calzones by The Texan New Yorker
- Zucchini Boats by Confessions of a Culinary Diva
- Girl's Camp Breakfast Burritos by Hot Momma's Kitchen Chaos
- Crab Louie Stuffed Chicken by Cindy's Recipes and Writings
- Rustic "Wrapped" Tart with Ramps by Delaware Girl Eats
- Potato Roll Stuffed with Ham and Cheese in Red Sause by Basic N Delicious
- Ham, Turkey and Cheddar Turnovers by Magnolia Days
- Crispy Chipotle Shrimp Burritos by Bobbi's Kozy Kitchen
- Caprese Stuffed Chicken Breasts by Peanut Butter and Peppers
- Pizza Pockets by girlichef
- Ham and Cheese Crescent "Roll" Stromboli by Rants From My Crazy Kitchen
- Beef Wellington Braciole by Cupcakes & Kale Chips
- Greek Salad Wrap by The Messy Baker
- Cabbage Venison Lettuce Wraps With Fresh Herbs by Sue's Nutrition Buzz
All Things Sweet
- Easy Apple Dumplings by Hezzi-D's Books and Cooks
- Carrot Cake Cinnamon Rolls by Chocolate Moosey
- Chocolate Hazelnut Rugelach by Desserts Required
- Chocolate Cake Roll by That Skinny Chick Can Bake
- Cannoli Stuffed French Toast by Momma's Meals
- Lemon Poppyseed Swirl Cookies by What Smells So Good
- Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Egg Rolls by Melanie Makes
- Raspberry and Lemon-Curd Mascarpone Stuffed French Toast by La Bella Vita Cucina
- Chocolate Chip Banana Sweet Rolls by Big Bear's Wife
- Orange Chocolate Swiss Roll by Noshing With The Nolands
- Salted Caramel Chocolate Cookies by Alida's Kitchen
- Flourless Peanut Butter and Jelly Cookies by Pies and Plots
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These turnovers look so good! I am sure my family will devour them!
Thanks Manu
Puff Pastry and Phyllo get me every time too! I need these at our house-- my family will love them. Almost like a homemade Hot Pocket.
I'm sure your family would love them. You would have to make a triple batch for your family.
I love anything with a flaky crust made with puffed pastry! Especially when made in the Magnolia Days kitchen =)
Oh Kim, you are always so kind. Thank you very much.
Renee!!
I love these turnovers! Love that you used puff pastry and whole grain mustard .. two of my favorite things! 🙂 Pinning!!!
Thanks Alice and you know I very much appreciate the pin.
I am such a turnover fan! I love that it is savory and not sweet! What a great dinner or heck, make them smaller into the perfect appetizer! I love it!!
I've also wondered if the stuffing would go in a wonton wrapper and make really small bites. I need to experiment.
Perfect timing for this delicious recipe since many people will have leftover ham after next weekend.
Oh yes. And all the other times they have ham. I know I get it throughout the year.
These look right up ham and cheesy savory lovin' alley! Thanks for a great recipe.
You are welcome Lea Ann
These are perfect to make-ahead and freeze! Thanks for sharing!
Yes! Totally freezable before baking.
Beautiful! I'll make a pie or turnover out of just about anything -- everything's better with a little pastry wrapped around it!
So very true Jean.
I've made something like this many times,but never in pastry puff - why didn't I think of that!? I know what I need to make, and soon!
I don't know why you haven't thought of it Conni. At least you have that idea now.
What marvelous turnovers, Renee! These would be a hot commodity at my house when the boys were visiting!
You would probably have to make extras with the boys visiting. I'm sure they come very hungry.
I saw this on Facebook and I was in love!, Oh it makes want to reach through my screen and grab a bite!
I wish I could send it through the screen to you.
Savory, pastry, turnovers? I'm in! So lovely, and I can just imagine how tasty they were!
Thanks Christy and they were very tasty. I can't wait to make them again and soon.
What time should I be over for dinner, Renee? Looks - as always - amazing!
Dinner is usually 5:30 or 6 so come on over.
Can I come over right now please, I would love one of those!!
Sure Tara, you are welcome any time.
This is my kind of turnover, Renee! I'll always choose savory over sweet if given a choice. Pinning this one on my Recipes to Try board.
Thanks Stacy and you know I appreciate the pin.
I'm reading this while I'm waiting for dinner. Huge mistake! My stomach is growling like crazy over your delectable photos, Renee! I love using puff pastry too. I always have a box or two in the freezer, ready to use. I can't wait to try your savoury turnovers. Pinned!
Too funny Nancy. I get hungry reading all the posts too, especially yours.
Puff pastry is a favorite of mine as well! These look scrumptious!!
Yay! Go team puff pastry!
I love that you used puff pastry for your Ham, Turkey, and Cheddar Turnovers. Great to know that the filling shrinks and crust expands AHEAD of time. 🙂
When I was making them for the first time I thought they wouldn't work out and the filling would bust out.
A savory turnovers is my favorite. Especially when they're served warm and that grain mustard...I can get addicted to these. Yum!!!
I like both sweet and savory turnovers. And the grain mustard really puts a nice flavor to the filling.
I just love these, Renee!! They look delicious!
Thanks Renee! They really are super delicious.
These would be great for a picnic!
They do pack and go easily.
I know what I'm making for with my leftover Ham from Easter!! Brilliant!
Great Tammi! Thanks
I love how easy this is - and they're gorgeous!!! What a perfect option for an Easter brunch. Wonderful idea.
Yep, great to have an easy recipe after all the holiday cooking.
MMmmmm simple and scrumptious! I want these for my lunch right now!!
I had them for lunch for a couple of days. They heat up nicely (a few minutes in the oven).
I bet these are so good right out of the oven with the cheese all gooey. Yum!
Oh yes, and you have to be careful not to burn your mouth. That hot gooey cheese can get you every time.
these seem like a lighter option for pastry turnovers -- great!
Yes, the puff pastry makes them so light and flaky.
I love everything about this recipe except for the onions, the ingredients are great besides that though. Going to have to add this to the repertoire.
You can always leave out the onions. I would have years ago before I found a love for onions.
Yum. I heart puff pastry. 🙂
The world would not be the same without it.
I really like the idea of using puff pastry!
Puff pastry is a total winner for me.
What a great combination of flavour and texture! When's brunch?
Next brunch is Easter so hurry up and get here.
Oh how I love puffed pastry! Also love the idea of a savory turnover!
Thanks so much Melanie.
I know of absolutely no one who wouldn't love these. They look so hearty and comforting. 🙂
Thanks Julie and I'm sure most everyone I know would love these too.