When it comes to quick and easy meals, ham and cheese sandwiches are a classic choice. With their simple combination of salty ham, melty cheese, and soft bread, these sandwiches are a lunchtime favorite for people of all ages. But with so many different variations available, finding the best recipe can be a challenge. In this article, we'll explore some of the most popular ham and cheese sandwich recipes, from classic to gourmet, so you can find the perfect one to suit your taste and preferences.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
HOT HAM AND CHEESE SANDWICHES
Don't settle for ordinary ham and cheese sandwiches when you can make something deliciously different. The horseradish mustard dressing perfectly compliments the ham.
Provided by Lois
Categories Main Dish Recipes Pork Ham
Time 30m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 250 degrees F (120 degrees C).
- Combine butter, mustard, onions, poppy seeds and dill seed. Spread insides of buns with this mixture. Place a slice of cheese and a slice of ham inside each bun.
- Wrap buns in foil and place in preheated oven. Bake for 15 to 20 minutes, until cheese has melted.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 359.8 calories, Carbohydrate 23.8 g, Cholesterol 57.6 mg, Fat 21.7 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 17.4 g, SaturatedFat 11.1 g, Sodium 714.9 mg, Sugar 3.4 g
HOT HAM AND SWISS CHEESE SANDWICHES
Make and share this Hot Ham and Swiss Cheese Sandwiches recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Old widow
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 45m
Yield 16 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Melt together butter, mustard, Worcestershire sauce and onion in small saucepan over low heat.
- Spread sauce on rolls.
- Layer ham and cheese on rolls.
- Wrap rolls in metal foil.
- Bake at 400°F for 15-20 minutes or until cheese melts.
- Can be baked from frozen state by increasing baking time to 45 minutes.
GRILLED HAM, CHEESE AND APPLE SANDWICHES
Crisp, cheesy skillet sandwiches ready in 20 minutes! Wrap the bread with ham or turkey, apple, arugula layered with cheese slices. Perfect if you love Italian cuisine.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 20m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In small bowl, mix mayonnaise and garlic. Spread 1 side of each bread slice with butter; spread mayonnaise mixture on unbuttered side. On each of 4 bread slices, buttered sides down, layer ham, apple, arugula, onion, cheese and remaining bread slices, buttered sides up.
- Heat 12-inch nonstick skillet over medium-low heat 3 to 5 minutes. Place sandwiches in hot skillet; cook uncovered 6 to 9 minutes, turning once, until bread is crisp and cheese is melted.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 450, Carbohydrate 19 g, Cholesterol 80 mg, Fat 4 1/2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 21 g, SaturatedFat 12 g, ServingSize 1 Sandwich, Sodium 1000 mg, Sugar 5 g, TransFat 1/2 g
BAKED HAM AND CHEESE CROISSANT SANDWICHES
Steps:
- Heat oven to 350 degrees.
- Cover a large baking sheet with aluminum foil.
- Split your croissants in half and place on the baking sheet.
- In a small bowl, mix together cream cheese and Dijon mustard. Spread some of the cream cheese mixture on one half of each croissant.
- Layer sliced ham and sliced cheese on top of cream cheese mixture.
- Top with the other half of the croissant.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes and serve immediately.
HOT OPEN-FACED HAM, SWISS CHEESE, AND MUSHROOM SANDWICHES
Categories Sandwich Mushroom Broil Quick & Easy Lunch Ham Winter Swiss Cheese Gourmet Sugar Conscious Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free
Yield Serves 2
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a small bowl whisk together the mayonnaise, the mustard, the dill, and salt and pepper to taste. In a skillet cook the mushrooms in the oil over moderately high heat, stirring occasionally, for 5 minutes, or until the liquid the mushrooms give off is evaporated, and remove the skillet from the heat. On a baking sheet spread one side of each slice of toast with half the mayonnaise mixture, top each toast with a slice of the ham, half the mushrooms, a slice of the Swiss cheese, half the onion, and salt and pepper to taste, and broil the sandwiches under a preheated broiler about 4 inches from the heat for 1 to 2 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and browned lightly.
GRILLED CHEDDAR CHEESE AND HAM SANDWICHES
Categories Sandwich Cheese Super Bowl Kid-Friendly Quick & Easy Lunch Cheddar Ham Bon Appétit Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free Small Plates
Yield Serves 4
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Mix first 4 ingredients in bowl. Season with salt and pepper. Arrange 4 bread slices on work surface. Divide half of cheese equally among bread slices. Top with ham, then onion, tomato and remaining cheese. Top sandwiches with remaining bread. Spread herb butter on outside of sandwich tops and bottoms.
- Heat large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add sandwiches and cook until bottoms are golden, about 3 minutes. Turn sandwiches over, cover skillet and cook until cheese melts and bread is golden, about 3 minutes.
GRILLED HAM-AND-GRUYERE-CHEESE SANDWICHES
Gruyere cheese and rye bread update this classic sandwich that serves as an excellent use of leftover ham.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Meat & Poultry Pork Recipes
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Butter 4 slices rye bread; place 2 slices, buttered side down, on a work surface. Top each with 2 slices ham and 1/2 cup grated Gruyere cheese. Top with 2slices bread, buttered side up. Cook in a skillet over medium until sandwiches are lightly toasted on both sides and cheese melts, 5 minutes.
BAKED HAM AND CHEESE SANDWICHES
I COLLECT cookbooks and enjoy reading them much like a novel. But when I start cooking, I create my own recipes to suit my taste. I used to cater parties and found I often had to be resourceful. This sandwich is one of my creations, so easy to cook for two and even one! -Norma Curtis, Ithaca, Michigan
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 50m
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Place two slices of bread in a greased 11x7-in. baking dish or two individual baking dishes. Top each with a slice of ham and cheese; top with remaining bread. , In a small bowl, beat the eggs, milk, mustard and parsley. Pour over sandwiches. Let stand for 5 minutes; carefully turn sandwiches over and let stand 5 minutes longer. , Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 30-35 minutes. Top with asparagus and cheese if desired. Bake 5 minutes more or until cheese is melted and a knife inserted into the egg mixture comes out clean. Serve immediately.
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SASSY HAM AND CHEESE SANDWICHES
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
- In a small bowl, combine the cream cheese, chives and thyme. Mix until well combined and set aside.
- In a separate bowl, mix together the butter, onions, Parmesan and Worcestershire sauce. Set aside in a warm spot to keep the butter from solidifying.
- Cut all 12 rolls in half. Place the roll bottoms in a 9- by 13-inch pan. Place equal amounts of ham (about 3 slices) on each roll. Top with the gruyere. Spread a generous amount of the chive and cream cheese on the roll tops. Place the tops on top of each sandwich bottom.
- Pour the butter mixture over the top of the sandwiches. Cover with foil and bake until the cheese is melted, about 20 minutes. Then remove the foil and bake an additional 5 minutes to toast the buns.
GRILLED HAM AND CHEESE WAFFLE SANDWICHES
Sliced ham, Swiss cheese, and arugula sandwiched between cheesy toasted waffles are grilled until melty make a delicious twist on a classic sandwich.
Provided by Farmland
Categories Main Dish Recipes Pork Ham
Time 30m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- In a medium bowl stir together the flour, sugar, basil, baking powder, and salt. Add egg, milk, shredded cheese, and oil. Stir just until moistened. Add batter to a preheated, lightly greased waffle iron and bake according to manufacturer's directions. When done, use a fork to lift waffle off waffle iron. Repeat with remaining batter. You should have 8 4-inch waffles.
- For each sandwich, spread waffles with mustard. Layer ham, sliced cheese, and arugula on half of the waffles. Top with remaining waffles, spread side down.
- Heat a griddle or 12-inch skillet over medium heat. Add butter until melted. Add sandwiches. Cook for 4 minutes or until cheese is melted, turning once.
SPECIAL HAM AND CHEESE SANDWICHES
"When I tire of ordinary meat and cheese sandwiches for my brown-bag lunch, I try creative alternatives," explains Mattie Cheek of Lawrenceburg, Kentucky. "I love these ham and cheese sandwiches because they're so convenient and a little different."
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 10m
Yield 3 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a small bowl, combine cream cheese, Cheddar cheese, relish and mustard. Add ham. Divide mixture among three slices of bread; top with remaining bread to make sandwiches.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 335 calories, Fat 18g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 60mg cholesterol, Sodium 810mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 14g protein.
GRILLED HAM, EGG AND CHEESE BREAKFAST SANDWICHES FOR A CROWD
Why stay stuck in the kitchen when you can grill breakfast for a crowd instead? Not only are these pull-apart sandwiches easier to make outdoors, they are deliciously gooey and satisfying. Trust us: When you flip one side of the sandwich over onto itself, there will be lots of oohs and ahhs.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories main-dish
Time 25m
Yield 12 sandwiches
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat a grill to medium heat.
- Place two 2-foot pieces of nonstick aluminum foil next to each other so the long sides are just touching. Pinch the edges together and then fold them over several times to seal and form one large piece of foil. Line a rimmed baking sheet with the foil and set aside.
- Crack the eggs into a large bowl and whisk well. Add the scallions, 1 teaspoon salt and 2 tablespoons water and whisk to combine.
- Split the whole pack of attached dinner rolls in half horizontally using a serrated knife. Set aside.
- Put the prepared baking sheet on the grill and add 1 tablespoon of the butter. Cover the grill and let the butter melt, about 3 minutes. Spread the butter all over the baking sheet using a pastry brush and then pour on the egg mixture. Place the attached roll halves cut-side down and side by side on top of the eggs and cover the grill. Cook until the eggs are completely set, about 10 minutes.
- Meanwhile, butter another baking sheet with the remaining 1 tablespoon butter. Using heatproof mitts, top the rolls with this baking sheet and invert the whole thing onto the grill. Remove the top baking sheet and peel back the foil. Top half the eggs with the cheese and the other half with the ham. Cover the grill and cook until the cheese is melted, about 5 minutes. Using a large metal hamburger spatula, flip the bottom half of the rolls onto the other half, so the rolls are top-side up. Serve with hot sauce.
GRILLED HAM AND CHEESE SANDWICHES
Our take on the classic grilled sandwich includes Swiss cheese, arugula and sourdough bread.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Breakfast & Brunch Recipes
Time 20m
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Heat grill to low. Lay slices of bread on a clean work surface; spread with mustard, dividing evenly. To make four sandwiches, layer bread with ham, arugula, cheese, and onion, beginning and ending with cheese.
- Place sandwiches on grill; cover grill, and cook until cheese melts, 4 to 5 minutes per side (shift position on grill if necessary to prevent charring).
Nutrition Facts : Calories 392 g, Fat 16 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 25 g
GRILLED HAM AND THREE-CHEESE SANDWICHES
Provided by Charmaine Haravey
Categories Sandwich Cheese Pork Quick & Easy Goat Cheese Mozzarella Parmesan Ham Summer Grill/Barbecue Bon Appétit
Yield Makes 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Arrange 4 bread slices on work surface. Layer each with 1/4 cup mozzarella cheese, 2 tablespoons peppers, 1 teaspoon thyme, 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese, 1 tablespoon goat cheese, and 1 ham slice. Top each with bread slice.
- Melt 1 tablespoon butter in heavy large skillet over medium-low heat. Add 2 sandwiches to skillet. Cover and cook until bottoms of bread are golden and cheeses are melted, about 2 minutes. Add 1 tablespoon butter to skillet. Turn sandwiches over; cook until bottoms are golden, about 2 minutes longer. Transfer sandwiches to plates. Repeat with remaining butter and sandwiches.
CRUSTY GRILLED HAM AND CHEESE SANDWICHES
A delicious sandwich that you will make again and again. It is wonderful with Recipe #101980 and other soups that don't have meat. These can be grilling while the soup is heating.
Provided by Mimi in Maine
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 23m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Mix together Parmesan cheese, soft butter, and garlic powder.
- Build the sandwich as follows--on 4 slices of bread put 1 slice of cheese on each.
- Then put 2 slices of ham on each.
- Spread each ham slice with desired amount of mustard.
- Top with tomato slices and fresh basil, if desired, or just sprinkle a tad of dry basil on it.
- Cover with remaining slices of cheese and second slice of bread.
- Very carefully spread the butter, Parmesan cheese, and garlic powder mixture on both sides of the sandwich.
- Place on a griddle and cook over medium heat for 4-5 minutes or until golden brown and cheese is melted.
- Cut in half and serve.
BAKED HAM AND CHEESE PARTY SANDWICHES
These small, delicious sandwiches are perfect for any party. They are so good that even the pickiest of eaters will eat these.
Provided by LisaT
Categories 100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes Meat and Seafood Ham
Time 35m
Yield 24
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
- In a bowl, mix together butter, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, poppy seeds, and dried onion. Separate the tops from bottoms of the rolls, and place the bottom pieces into the prepared baking dish. Layer about half the ham onto the rolls. Arrange the Swiss cheese over the ham, and top with remaining ham slices in a layer. Place the tops of the rolls onto the sandwiches. Pour the mustard mixture evenly over the rolls.
- Bake in the preheated oven until the rolls are lightly browned and the cheese has melted, about 20 minutes. Slice into individual rolls through the ham and cheese layers to serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 208.3 calories, Carbohydrate 10.8 g, Cholesterol 43.4 mg, Fat 14 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 9.8 g, SaturatedFat 7.8 g, Sodium 439.2 mg, Sugar 0.4 g
BREADLESS HAM AND CHEESE SANDWICHES
At first glance, these look like conventional ham and cheese, but that's crunchy jicama, not bread, holding together the fiber-packed sandwiches. And you won't miss the carbs: each bite is a winning combination of salty-creaminess, sharp horseradish, and peppery arugula.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Time 10m
Yield 4 sandwiches
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Stir together the sour cream, chives, mustard, horseradish and a few grinds of black pepper in a small bowl.
- Lay four slices of jicama out on a work surface. Spread each with some of the mustard-horseradish sauce, top each with 1/4 of the ham, a slice of cheese, and about 1/2 cup of arugula. Sandwich with the remaining jicama slices, cut in half and serve with a pickle spear if using.
HAM AND DOUBLE CHEESE SANDWICHES
This original recipe won me first prize in a local sandwich contest. Sometimes I'll use hazelnut bread instead of whole wheat to add to the nutty flavor.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 15m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a bowl, beat cream cheese, chilies and soup mix until smooth. Add cheese and nuts if desired; mix well. Evenly spread on four slices of bread; layer each with four slices of ham and one lettuce leaf. Top with remaining bread.
Nutrition Facts :
HAM AND CHEESE SANDWICHES
Finger sandwiches are great for active parties where guests may not sit down for a full meal.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Appetizers
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Spread a dab of mayonnaise on one side of each of the bread slices. Top half the slices with a layer each of ham, cheese, and a few lettuce leaves; cover with remaining bread slices. Cut sandwiches in half. Stack several, and wrap well in plastic wrap. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
BOCADILLO (SPANISH HAM AND CHEESE SANDWICHES)
Make and share this Bocadillo (spanish Ham and Cheese Sandwiches) recipe from Food.com.
Provided by jovigirl
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 30m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Cut rolls open and toast lightly under broiler or in toaster oven. Smash garlic cloves with side of a knife, place in a small bowl and toss with olive oil to flavor.
- Lightly brush insides and ousides of rolls with garlic oil. Place 4 bottom halves in a large, heavy non-stick skillet. Place sliced tomatoes on bread, sprinkle with oregano, then layer with meat and cheese. Top with upper halves. CLose and press together well. Heat skillet over med-high heat. Lower heat and cook about 6 minutes per side, until outside is lightly crisped and cheese is melted. For crisper, thinner sandwiches, flatten with another skillet or a wide-bottomed saucepan as they cook, or use a panini press.
- Cut sandwiches in half and serve immediately.
Tips:
- Choose high-quality ingredients: Use fresh, flavorful bread, ham, and cheese. Look for artisanal or local brands for the best taste.
- Experiment with different types of bread: Try sourdough, rye, or whole wheat bread for a more complex flavor. You can also use croissants or English muffins for a lighter sandwich.
- Use a variety of cheeses: Try a combination of sharp cheddar, mild Havarti, or creamy Brie. You can also add crumbled blue cheese or goat cheese for a tangy flavor.
- Don't be afraid to add other ingredients: Sliced tomato, avocado, or a fried egg can all add delicious flavor and texture to your sandwich.
- Don't overcook the ham: Overcooked ham becomes tough and chewy. Cook it just until it is heated through, about 1-2 minutes per side.
- Assemble the sandwich carefully: Place the ingredients on the bread in layers, starting with the ham and cheese. Then, add any other desired toppings, such as lettuce, tomato, or avocado.
- Grill or press the sandwich: This will help to melt the cheese and crisp up the bread. You can use a panini press, a grill, or even a frying pan.
Conclusion:
With a few simple ingredients and a little creativity, you can make a delicious ham and cheese sandwich that is perfect for any occasion. Whether you are packing a lunch for work or school, or just looking for a quick and easy meal, a ham and cheese sandwich is always a good choice. So, next time you are looking for a satisfying and tasty meal, give one of these recipes a try.
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