Pumpkin Patch Bites

Directions

1. 1
   Heat oven to 425°F.
2. 2
   Line a rimmed baking sheet with nonstick foil.
3. 3
   On work surface, unroll pie crust and cut each of the two crusts into 12 pumpkin shapes with a 3-in. pumpkin cookie cutter.
4. 4
   Using a 2-in. round cutter, cut 24 rounds from the sliced ham and 24 rounds from the sliced Cheddar.
5. 5
   Put 2 slices each ham and Cheddar in the center of each of 12 pumpkins.
6. 6
   With a small brush, brush beaten egg around edges.
7. 7
   Top with remaining pumpkins, carefully pressing on edges to seal.
8. 8
   Using a spoon, make ridges on pumpkins by pressing into tops in a few places.
9. 9
   With a small knife, pierce ridges in a couple of places to vent.
10. 10
    Place on prepared pan.
11. 11
    Brush tops with beaten egg.
12. 12
    Bake 10 to 12 minutes until light golden.
13. 13
    Let cool on rack a couple of minutes before serving.