Ingredients
Method
1.Preheat oven to moderate, 180°C. Line two 6-hole Texas muffin pans with paper cases.
2.Sift flour, baking powder and salt together into a large bowl. Stir in ham, half the cheese, half the chives and sugar. Make a well in the centre of the mixture.
3.In a jug, whisk milk, egg and butter together. Fold through flour mixture with pineapple, until just combined.
4.Spoon mixture evenly into cases until 2/3 full. Bake for 20 minutes, until lightly golden and firm to a gentle touch.
5.Sprinkle the tops of muffins with remaining cheese and chives. Return to oven for 4-5 minutes, until cheese melts.
6.Cool in pan for 5 minutes before turning onto a wire rack Serve warm. or cool completely and store in an airtight container.
MAKES 12 You can use chopped, rindless bacon or prosciutto in place of ham. Wrap individually in plastic wrap and freeze for great lunchbox fillers.
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