Grilled Ham and Cheese Sandwich
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
6 mins
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Total Time
11 mins
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Servings
1
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Calories
599 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Grilled Ham and Cheese Sandwich
Description
The sandwich starts with artisan bread, buttered on the outside to achieve a golden brown, crunchy surface during cooking. Shaved Black Forest ham is layered between two slices of cheddar cheese, enhancing the melt with savory meat flavor and creamy cheese texture. Cooking in a preheated fry pan or griddle over medium-high heat allows the bread to toast evenly and cheese to melt without burning.
Once cooked on both sides to a golden crust, the sandwich is rested briefly to keep the cheese from being too hot and to allow flavors to meld. This resting period also helps the melted cheese to set slightly, making it easier to cut and eat. The sandwich pairs well with sides such as pickles or a simple salad but stands well on its own as a satisfying meal or snack.
The recipe is adaptable with different bread or cheese types, such as sourdough and American cheese, to suit personal preferences.
Ingredients
- 2 lices artisan bread
- 3 oz Black Forest ham shaved
- 2 lices cheddar cheese
- 1 Tbsp butter
Instructions
- Preheat a fry pan or griddle over medium high heat. Butter one side of each of the pieces of bread with the butter.
- Place one piece of bread on the fry pan or griddle butter side down. Top the bread with a slice of cheese and layer the ham on top. Then place the remaining slice of cheese on top of the ham and top with the 2nd piece of bread (butter side out).
- Heat the sandwich for 3-5 minutes until the bottom piece of bread is golden brown. Flip and cook the opposite side sandwich for 3-5 minutes.
- Remove the sandwich to a plate. Let the sandwich rest for for a few minutes so that the cheese is not too hot. Cut in half and enjoy!
Notes
- Substitute with your preferred bread or cheese for variety, such as sourdough or American cheese.
- Let the sandwich rest a few minutes after cooking to help the cheese set before slicing.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 1Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 599 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 599kcal | 30% |
| Carbohydrates | 27g | 9% |
| Protein | 32g | 64% |
| Fat | 40g | 62% |
| Saturated Fat | 19g | 95% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3g | 18% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 13g | 65% |
| Trans Fat | 0.5g | 25% |
| Cholesterol | 117mg | 39% |
| Sodium | 1587mg | 66% |
| Potassium | 352mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 692IU | 14% |
| Vitamin C | 0.1mg | 0% |
| Calcium | 320mg | 32% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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