Grilled Ham, Cheese and Pickle Sandwiches

Health score
13%
Grilled Ham, Cheese and Pickle Sandwiches
45 min.
4
875kcal

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Are you ready to elevate your lunch or dinner game with a delicious and comforting Grilled Ham, Cheese, and Pickle Sandwich? This recipe combines rich, aged goat cheese and creamy Gruyère with the savory goodness of thinly sliced prosciutto, all sandwiched between crunchy, golden-brown sourdough bread. The unexpected addition of pickles adds a delightful tang that perfectly balances the richness of the cheeses.

This mouthwatering sandwich is not only satisfying but also incredibly simple to make, taking just 45 minutes to whip up four generous servings. Whether you’re hosting a casual gathering or craving a cozy weeknight meal, this dish promises to impress with its melty, cheesy interior and crispy exterior. The combination of flavors and textures will have everyone coming back for seconds!

Each bite offers a delightful symphony of flavors, from the heavenly cheese blend to the crispy ham and the zesty crunch of pickles. It's a scrumptious main course that will surely become a favorite in your household. Gather your ingredients, fire up the skillet, and let the aroma of grilled cheese fill your kitchen. Bon Appétit!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 cup goat cheese grated (such as Midnight Moon from Cypress Grove Chevre)
  • 1.5 cups gruyere cheese grated
  • 0.3 cup mayonnaise 
  • 1.5 cups mozzarella cheese grated
  • ounces pancetta thinly sliced
  • slices sandwich bread white
  • tablespoons butter unsalted ()

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan

Directions

  1. Smear both sides of bread slices with mayonnaise.
  2. Combine cheeses in a bowl.
  3. Sprinkle 4 slices bread with half of cheese mixture, dividing equally. Top each with 3-4 pickles. Divide prosciutto among sandwiches; top with remaining cheese. Cover with remaining bread.
  4. Melt 2 tablespoons butter in each of 2 large heavy skillets over medium-low heat.
  5. Add 2 sandwiches to each skillet and cook until bread is golden, 9-10 minutes.
  6. Add 1 tablespoons butter to each skillet, flip sandwiches, and cook until bread is golden and cheese is melted, 9–10 minutes longer.
  7. Bon Appétit

Nutrition Facts

Calories875kcal
Protein16.94%
Fat71.13%
Carbs11.93%

Properties

Glycemic Index
37.94
Glycemic Load
17.82
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
22.046521580738%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:874.78kcal
43.74%
Fat:69.1g
106.3%
Saturated Fat:34.68g
216.74%
Carbohydrates:26.06g
8.69%
Net Carbohydrates:24.91g
9.06%
Sugar:3.63g
4.03%
Cholesterol:165.75mg
55.25%
Sodium:1191.66mg
51.81%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:37.03g
74.06%
Calcium:864.5mg
86.45%
Phosphorus:615.89mg
61.59%
Selenium:31.52µg
45.03%
Vitamin B12:1.96µg
32.71%
Vitamin A:1588.55IU
31.77%
Vitamin B2:0.51mg
30.11%
Zinc:4.15mg
27.66%
Vitamin K:27.2µg
25.91%
Vitamin B1:0.38mg
25.12%
Manganese:0.35mg
17.48%
Vitamin B3:3.46mg
17.31%
Folate:68.13µg
17.03%
Copper:0.31mg
15.26%
Iron:2.61mg
14.49%
Magnesium:47.37mg
11.84%
Vitamin B6:0.23mg
11.54%
Vitamin B5:0.96mg
9.64%
Vitamin E:1.42mg
9.45%
Vitamin D:1.01µg
6.71%
Potassium:187.83mg
5.37%
Fiber:1.15g
4.6%
Source:Epicurious