Best 2 Ham And Cheese Panini Recipes

In the realm of culinary delights, where flavors dance and textures intertwine, there exists a sandwich that reigns supreme - the ham and cheese panini. This delectable creation, hailing from the streets of Italy, has captured the hearts and taste buds of food enthusiasts worldwide. Prepare to embark on a gastronomic journey as we unravel the secrets to crafting the ultimate ham and cheese panini, a symphony of melted cheese, savory ham, and crisp bread that will leave you craving more.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

HAM-AND-CHEESE PANINI

Ham-and-Cheese Panini image

This ham-and-cheese panini is a delicious and filling sandwich sure to please the whole family.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Meat & Poultry Pork Recipes

Yield Makes 4 sandwiches

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

2 tablespoons unsalted butter
4 cups thinly sliced shallots
2 teaspoons fresh thyme
1/4 cup grainy Dijon mustard
8 slices rustic white bread, sliced 1/2-inch thick
8 slices Gruyere cheese
8 ounces sliced cooked ham

Steps:

Melt butter in a medium skillet over medium-low heat; add shallots. Cover and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 10 minutes. Add thyme and continue cooking until onions are caramelized, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
Spread 1 1/2 teaspoons mustard on one side of a slice of bread. Top with a slice of cheese, 2 ounces ham, 1/4 of the shallot mixture, and another slice of cheese. Spread 1 1/2 teaspoons mustard on a second slice of bread and place mustard side down on top of cheese to form a sandwich. Repeat process three times with remaining mustard, bread, cheese, ham, and shallots.
Brush top and bottom of each sandwich with olive oil. Place in a panini grill and press until bread is crisp and brown, and cheese has melted slightly, 9 to 10 minutes. If using a grill pan, preheat over medium-high heat. Place a heavy pan on top of sandwiches and press down. Cook, turning once, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Cut sandwiches in half and serve immediately.

SMOKED HAM, ROASTED RADICCHIO, AND CHEESE PANINI

Smoked Ham, Roasted Radicchio, And Cheese Panini image

Provided by Scott Conant

Categories Sandwich Cheese Quick & Easy Graduation Father's Day Lunch Ham Radicchio Sugar Conscious Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added

Yield Serves 2

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

1 head radicchio, cut through the core into 8 wedges
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Four 1/2-inch slices ciabatta or other good crusty bread
6 thin slices smoked ham
2 to 3 ounces assertive cheese, such as Gorgonzola or Camembert, crumbled or thinly sliced

Steps:

Roast the radicchio:
Heat the oven to 350°F. Lay the wedges of radicchio on a small sheet pan and drizzle with about 2 tablespoons of the olive oil. Season with salt and pepper and cover the pan with aluminum foil. (Covering the pan allows the radicchio to steam and roast at the same time.) Cook until very tender and lightly browned, about 30 minutes. (The radicchio can be roasted a day ahead.)
Grill the panini:
Heat a panini or sandwich grill until hot (400°F to 450°F). If you don't have a panini grill, heat a grill pan or ¬cast-¬iron pan over ¬medium--low heat. Pat the radicchio dry, if need be, and cut away any tough core. Make two sandwiches, layering the ham, cheese, and radicchio. (You may not use all of the radicchio.)
Brush the outsides of the sandwiches with olive oil and grill in the press for 9 to 10 minutes; you want to crisp and brown the bread and melt the cheese a bit, but the meat need not be excessively hot. If using a pan, weight the sandwiches down with another heavy pan set on top. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes on each side, watching them carefully and adjusting the heat as needed. Cut and serve.

Tips:

For a crispier panini, butter the outside of the bread before grilling.
If you don't have a panini press, you can grill the sandwich in a skillet over medium heat.
To make sure the cheese is melted and gooey, use a cheese that melts well, such as mozzarella, cheddar, or Swiss.
If you want to add some extra flavor to your panini, try adding a spread, such as pesto, mayonnaise, or mustard, to the bread before adding the fillings.
Experiment with different types of bread and fillings to create your own unique panini.

Conclusion:

The ham and cheese panini is a classic sandwich that is easy to make and always delicious. With a few simple ingredients and a panini press, you can create a hot, gooey, and flavorful sandwich that is perfect for lunch or dinner. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give the ham and cheese panini a try.