If you love toentertain, this is a great recipe to know by heart.
These light and airy puffs are delicious on their own and even better filled with tangyHam Salad.
Whisk together flour, salt, dry mustard, and cayenne in a small bowl.
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Bring water and butter to a boil in a medium saucepan over medium-high, stirring to melt butter.
Transfer to large bowl, and let stand 3 minutes.
Add cheese, and beat until combined.
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
Bake at 450F for 10 minutes.
(They should sound hollow when tapped on the bottom.)
Cool on baking sheet 3 minutes; split with a serrated knife.
Spoon about 1 tablespoon Ham Salad into each, and replace the tops.
Serve warm or at room temperature.
Bake frozen Cheese Puffs at 350F, increasing baking time by 5 to 10 minutes.
