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Grilled Ham Gruyere Sandwiches

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Grilled Ham Gruyere Sandwich

Grilled Ham Gruyere Sandwich

Linda Larsen
This simple sandwich can be made with any type of cheese. Gruyere is a rich and smooth type of Swiss cheese that is delicious with ham.

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 5 minutes

Total Time: 20 minutes

Ingredients:

  • 2 Tbsp. mayonnaise
  • 2 Tbsp. grated Parmesan cheese
  • 8 slices cracked wheat or sourdough bread
  • 4 (1/4" thick) slices deli smoked ham
  • 4 slices Gruyere or Swiss cheese
  • 1/2 cup roasted red pepper strips, drained
  • 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves or fresh baby spinach leaves
  • 2 Tbsp. butter

Preparation:

In small bowl combine mayonnaise and Parmesan cheese and mix well. Spread on one side of each piece of bread. Make sandwiches with the coated bread, Gruyere cheese, ham, the red pepper strips, and basil or baby spinach. Spread outside of sandwiches with the softened butter.

Grill sandwiches on dual contact indoor grill or panini grill or griddle until toasted and crisp. Serves 4

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