Ham Grilled Cheese
Use up leftover ham in the best way with this easy ham grilled cheese! Crispy bread, melty cheese, and savory ham make a comforting sandwich.
Servings (Adjustable):
Calories: 505kcal
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Ingredients
- 2 slices sturdy country white bread
- 2 slices ham thinly sliced
- 2 slices Swiss cheese I used Emmental
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter softened
Instructions
- On a wooden chopping board, cut 2 (½ inch thick) slices of country bread using a bread knife. Get the largest part at the center.
- Add 1 slice of cheese, 2 slices of leftover ham, and top with another slice of cheese.
- Top with another slice of bread. Generously spread butter on top and transfer to a pan, butter side down. Spread the remaining butter on the other side of the bread, side facing up.
- Heat pan over low-medium heat (around 248°F/120°C). Be ready to flip once butter begins to sizzle, after 1 to 2 minutes.
- Flip the sandwich once the bread turns golden and immediately lower the heat to 140°F/60°C. After 2 to 3 minutes, toff the heat once the bread turns golden brown, the leftover ham is warm, and the cheese has slightly melted.
- Transfer the grilled cheese sandwich with leftover ham to a wooden chopping board and allow to cool for 1 minute. Then slice in half and enjoy.
Notes
Use crusty bread with thick and coarse texture when making grilled cheese using a stovetop. It’s sturdy enough that it’s perfect when flipping the bread.
I used Country Bread in this recipe, but Sourdough and Brioche are good alternatives too when using a stovetop.
When flipping grilled cheese, use flat kitchen tongs and spatula. Both will support the flip and avoid any mess.
Grilled cheese with leftover ham from holiday celebrations is the simplest yet delicious way to enjoy your leftovers.
I used Emmental (emmenthal) cheese, which goes perfectly goes with my leftover Orange Glazed Ham, but you can use other cheeses too, like mozzarella, Parmesan, or Gruyère.
Use subtle cheeses to avoid overpowering the leftover ham.
If you don’t have butter, mayonnaise may be an alternative, but it won’t be as fragrant as when using butter.
Stay glued to the stovetop while you’re making grilled cheese sandwiches. Depending on your stovetop and skillet, a few seconds can burn your bread.
Enjoy grilled cheese with ham throughout the year using deli ham.
Nutrition
Calories: 505kcal | Carbohydrates: 25g | Protein: 26g | Fat: 33g | Saturated Fat: 17g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Trans Fat: 0.5g | Cholesterol: 96mg | Sodium: 968mg | Potassium: 246mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 633IU | Calcium: 415mg | Iron: 2mg
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