Ham & Apple Sandwich
A delightful sandwich combining ham, crisp apples, and sharp cheddar cheese, perfect for lunch or a quick snack.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving
- Category: Sandwich
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Omnivore
Ingredients
- Bread (Ciabatta or Sourdough)
- Ham (Thick-cut)
- Apple (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
- Sharp Cheddar Cheese
- Mustard (Dijon or Whole Grain)
- Butter
- Optional Additions: Lettuce, fresh herbs (like thyme)
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients: Gather all your ingredients and slice the bread into sections about 1-1.5 inches thick.
- Spread a thin layer of butter on the outside of each slice of bread, then a generous amount of mustard inside.
- Layer up: Start layering with ham, followed by cheddar cheese and apple slices.
- Top and grill: Place the other slice of bread on top and preheat a skillet over medium heat. Grill the sandwich.
- Butter up again: Add butter on the top side of the sandwich before covering it with a lid.
- Flip with love: Grill for 3-4 minutes or until golden brown; flip carefully to grill the other side.
- Slice and serve: Remove from skillet, cool for a couple of minutes, and slice diagonally before serving.
Notes
For an elegant presentation, serve with fresh herbs, a side salad, or a bowl of soup. Pair with white wine or iced tea.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: sandwich, ham, apple, cheese, lunch, quick meal