Ultimate Pan-Fried Ham and Gruyère Sourdough Sandwich

Ingredients

- 8 slices of sourdough bread
- 2 tablespoons whole-grain Dijon mustard
- 8 ounces cured ham, thinly sliced
- 8 ounces aged Gruyère cheese, sliced
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 4 tablespoons salted butter, softened

Instructions

1. Prepare the Bread
Slightly butter one side of each slice of sourdough bread (approximately 1/2 tablespoon per slice). Flip them over to the unbuttered side.

2. Dijon Mustard Spread
Evenly spread the whole-grain Dijon mustard on four of the unbuttered sides of the bread. This will help add a tangy depth to your sandwich.

3. Layer the Sandwich
Place an equal amount of thinly sliced cured ham (about 2 ounces) onto each of the Dijon spread sides. Top the ham with slices of aged Gruyère cheese (also about 2 ounces each).

4. Finish Assembling
Spread a thin layer of mayonnaise on the remaining four slices of bread (unbuttered side) and place them mayonnaise side down over the Gruyère cheese. This will create a delicious crust when pan-fried.

5. Pan Fry the Sandwiches
Preheat a non-stick skillet or grill pan over medium heat. Carefully place each sandwich in the skillet, buttered side down. Cook for 3-4 minutes on each side, pressing down lightly with a spatula for even browning, or until the cheese melts and the bread is golden-brown.

6. Serve Warm
Once the sandwiches are evenly cooked, remove them from the skillet and let them rest for a few minutes on a cutting board. Slice each sandwich diagonally and serve warm.

Preparation & Cooking Times

PT10M
10 minutes
PT10M
10 minutes

Total Time

PT20M
20 minutes

Type of Dish

Lunch

Keywords

Ham and Cheese Sandwich, Sourdough Sandwich, Gruyère Panini, Cured Ham Recipe, Dijon Mustard Sandwich, Gourmet Lunch, Cheese Melt, Pan Fry Sandwich, Sourdough Recipe, Quick Lunch

Recipe Yield

Feeds 4 adults

Calories

Total: 2,160 calories

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