Roll of cheese, ham and mushrooms
WHAT YOU WILL NEED
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SIMPLE PROCESS
Step by step recipe
To keep the roll tight and intact, prepare the cheese properly: after soaking in hot water, it becomes pliable and easy to roll out. The filling should be finely chopped and well mixed with mayonnaise. Roll it tightly to hold its shape, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours — this ensures clean, even slices.
Prep the Mushrooms
Wash and clean the mushrooms, dice them finely. Sauté in a skillet with vegetable oil until golden (5–7 minutes). Let cool.
Make the Filling
Hard-boil the eggs (10 minutes), cool, peel, and dice finely. Dice the ham as well. Combine eggs, ham, sautéed mushrooms, chopped parsley, mayonnaise, salt, and spices. Mix thoroughly.
Prepare the Cheese Sheet
Place the semi-hard cheese in hot (not boiling) water for 20 minutes until soft and pliable. Remove, pat dry with paper towels, and roll out with a rolling pin into a thin sheet about 0.2 inch (5 mm) thick.
Assemble the Roll
Spread the filling evenly over the cheese sheet, leaving a small border around the edges. Roll the sheet tightly into a log, pressing firmly to avoid air pockets.
Chill and Set
Wrap the roll tightly in aluminum foil or plastic wrap, pressing to secure its shape. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours to firm up completely.
Serve
Remove the roll from the fridge, unwrap, and slice into ½-inch thick pieces with a sharp knife. Serve as a cold appetizer.
CHEF'S TIP
Choose a Good Melting Cheese
Use a semi-hard cheese that becomes pliable when warmed, like Gouda, Edam, or a similar variety. Avoid dry or crumbly cheeses.
Don't Overheat the Soaking Water
The water should be hot (about 70–80°C), not boiling. Too hot water will make the cheese melt instead of becoming pliable.
Chop the Filling Finely
All filling ingredients (mushrooms, ham, eggs) should be finely diced for even distribution and easy rolling.
Roll Tightly
Roll the cheese sheet as tightly as possible to prevent gaps. Use plastic wrap instead of foil for an even tighter seal.
SUBSTITUTIONS
Add your taste
- With Chicken Instead of Ham Replace ham with cooked or smoked chicken breast — the flavor becomes lighter and more diet-friendly.
- With Other Mushrooms Substitute button mushrooms with oyster or wild mushrooms (pre-boiled) for a richer, earthier taste.
- With Sour Cream Instead of Mayo Use 20% sour cream or Greek yogurt for a lighter filling — calories decrease and the taste becomes fresher.
- With Different Herbs Instead of parsley, try dill, basil, or chives — each adds its own character.
HOW TO STORE
How to Store Cheese Roll
Keep the finished roll wrapped in foil or plastic wrap in the fridge for up to 3 days. Slice into ½-inch thick pieces before serving. Do not freeze — the cheese will lose texture, and the filling may become watery.
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