Grilled Ham and Cheese

Tracy @ Next Level Baker

Grilled ham and cheese levels up a classic by grilling the ham for extra flavor and texture. It is an easy twist that makes a classic even more delicious.

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Prep Time 5

Cook Time 16

Total Time 21

Course Main Course

Cuisine American

Servings

Equipment

1 Skillet, griddle or cast iron pan

Ingredients

4 slices sourdough bread
2 tablespoons salted butter
1-2 tablespoons spicy brown mustard
4-6 slices leftover ham
½-1 cup Gruyere cheese shredded
4 slices cheddar cheese

Instructions

Shred the Gruyere cheese and set aside.
Heat a skillet, griddle or cast iron pan over medium heat. Cook the ham in a single layer for 2-3 minutes per side until the ham has golden spots and slightly crispy edges. Remove from the pan and set aside.
Meanwhile, butter the outsides of each slice of bread with enough butter to coat the bread. The amount is up to you, but too much butter can make the sandwich greasy. Spread the mustard on the inside of the bottom slices.
Sprinkle ¼ to ½ cup of shredded Gruyere cheese on top of the mustard. Next, layer 2-3 slices of grilled ham on each sandwich. You can sprinkle a little more Gruyere in between the layers of ham to help hold everything together.
Top with slices of cheddar cheese and the second slice of bread, buttered side up.
Reduce the heat to medium low. Place the sandwiches in the pan with the shredded Gruyere side down. Melting the shredded cheese first helps hold the sandwich together and makes it easier to flip. Cook for 4-5 minutes until the bread is golden brown and the Gruyere has melted. Flip and cook another 4-5 minutes until the second side is golden brown and the rest of the cheese has fully melted.

Notes

The amount of ingredients you need is directly related to the size of your bread. I like to use a medium-sized sourdough loaf. If you are using sandwich bread, you'll need fewer ingredients. If you are using large sourdough bread, then you may need more ingredients.
Think 'low and slow' when making grilled ham and cheese sandwiches. Start with medium low heat, but if the bread is browning before the cheese is melting, turn down the heat further.

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