Calling all cheese and ham enthusiasts! Prepare to embark on a culinary journey to the heart of comfort food with our Carolina Ham and Cheese Melt. This classic sandwich, deeply rooted in Southern tradition, is a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Picture perfectly toasted bread, enveloped in a blanket of melted cheese, generously layered with smoky Carolina ham, and a hint of tangy mustard. Each bite is a harmonious blend of savory, salty, and creamy textures, leaving you craving more. But the Carolina Ham and Cheese Melt is just the beginning of our delectable cheese-centric adventure. Join us as we explore a world of gooey grilled cheese sandwiches, bubbling cheese dips, and the ultimate mac and cheese. Get ready to indulge in a cheesy extravaganza that will leave you feeling satisfied and utterly content.
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HAM & CHEESE MELT
Honey mustard provides a sweet tang to this favorite sandwich of ham and American cheese.
Provided by Land O'Lakes
Categories Hot Sandwich Cheese Ham Honey Mustard Ham Sandwich Sandwich and Wrap Main Course Pork Meat, poultry, and seafood Dairy Sandwich and Wrap Main Course
Yield 4 sandwiches
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Spread 1 side of each bread slice with 1 teaspoon honey mustard.
- To assemble each sandwich, layer 1 slice bread, mustard-side up, with 2 slices ham, 2 slices cheese and second bread slice, mustard-side down. Lightly brush butter on top and bottom of each sandwich.
- Heat 10-inch skillet or griddle. Place sandwiches in skillet. Cook over medium-high heat, turning once, until golden brown (5 to 6 minutes).
Nutrition Facts : Calories 460 calories, Fat 17 grams, SaturatedFat grams, Transfat grams, Cholesterol 60 milligrams, Sodium 1330 milligrams, Carbohydrate 51 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Sugar grams, Protein 24 grams
KILLER HAM AND CHEESE MELT
A simplified spin on the classic Croque Monsieur
Provided by Matt Robinson
Categories Lunch
Time 10m
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Place split croissant on a bakesheet and spread one half with mustard and the other with mayonnaise. Evenly layer bottom slices with ham, 6 oz. Parmesan and Swiss cheese. Turn over top half of croissant and sprinkle remaining Swiss cheese on top. Place bake sheet under broiler for 2-3 minutes or until cheese starts to turn brown and bubbly. Reassemble croissant halves into a sandwich and serve.
- **Notes** (1) Keep a watchful eye when broiling, the cheese goes from brown to burnt in a matter of seconds. (2) Feel free to use Gruyere in place of the Swiss cheese to streamline this for a traditional Croque Monsieur.
CAROLINA HAM & CHEESE MELT
These delicious sandwiches make a simple lunch special or a quick dinner seem not so rushed. Perfect for leftover holiday ham and turkey; or you can use deli sliced ham. This recipe was inspired by a beautiful cool spring evening and left over Easter ham. Our 4 year old loved his - I used a mayo and mustard combo for his. Goes well with a fresh garden salad, oven fries and a nice bottle of California White Bordeaux.
Provided by NcMysteryShopper
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 30m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- Mix the butter, mustard, horseradish, worcestershire, onions and poppy seeds in a small bowl.
- Lightly spread the mixture on both sides of the cut roll (do not use it all yet). Place ham on bottom slices, add a little more dressing to the top of the ham and top with mounds of grated cheese. Put the tops on each one.
- Wrap the sandwiches individully in foil and place in a 350 degree oven for 25-30 minutes or until cheese melts.
MIDNIGHT HAM AND CHEESE MELT
Late night munchies hit and I looked around the kitchen. I found a loaf of foccacia with all the seasonings baked in, yummo. That was the inspiration...
Provided by TMoney
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 7m
Yield 1 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Butter one slice of foccacia and place butter side down in a hot skillet.
- layer 2 slices of smoked ham and top with 2 slices of cheese, lower the heat.
- top with pickles and cover the skillet to help melt the cheese.
- spread dijon mustard on the top slice of bread and place on top of sammie.
- butter the outside of the bread and flip sammie to toast up.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 645.8, Fat 52.1, SaturatedFat 28.8, Cholesterol 185.4, Sodium 3699.9, Carbohydrate 6.7, Fiber 2.2, Sugar 2.8, Protein 39.3
CHARRED SPANISH HAM AND CHEESE MELTS AND "HOT" OLIVES WITH HERBS AND SPICES
Rachael's note: Serrano ham is similar to prosciutto and available at deli counter or in pre-sliced packages near the deli. If you can't find it, go for the prosciutto. Preheat grill pan or outdoor grill to medium-high. Manchego is the most commonly found Spanish import cheese in markets today. Look for it with the imported cheeses offered in your market. Look for giardiniera (hot veggies salad) at the salad bar station in your market or, in jars on international foods aisle.
Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 20m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Layer serrano and cheese in equal amounts on 4 slices of bread. Grind the hot pickled vegetables and the sweet pickle relish in food processor and pulse chop to make a relish. Spread the relish evenly on sandwich tops and set into place.
- Place olives in a foil pouch and season with thyme, lemon zest, cumin seeds and red pepper flakes. Drizzle with extra-virgin olive oil and seal the pouch. Place pouch on grill and cook a few minutes on each side to heat the olives, herb and spices.
- Preheat grill or grill pan to medium high.
- Place sandwiches on grill and weight down with heavy skillet or a brick covered in foil. Char and heat the sandwiches through, about 2 to 3 minutes on each side.
- Cut sammies in half and serve with "Hot" Olives alongside.
AVOCADO, HAM AND CHEESE MELT
Make and share this Avocado, Ham and Cheese Melt recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Perfect Pixie
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 7m
Yield 1 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- cut pita in half.
- place as much ham as you want in a pocket,fill on top with cheese then fill on top of the cheese with mashed avocado.
- grill for about 5-10 minutes until the cheese has melted.
- so good.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 513.5, Fat 29.3, SaturatedFat 10.9, Cholesterol 36.3, Sodium 876.4, Carbohydrate 46.7, Fiber 8.1, Sugar 1.4, Protein 18.6
WAFFLED HAM AND CHEESE MELT WITH MAPLE BUTTER
Buttering the bread before you waffle it ensures a crispy, golden brown exterior. Adding the maple butter right as the sandwich comes out of the waffle iron means the sweet, rich mixture soaks into the still-warm bread
Provided by Daniel Shumski
Categories Small Plates Kid-Friendly Breakfast Lunch Ham Cheese Sandwich Waffle
Yield 1 serving
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat the waffle iron on low.
- Spread a thin, even layer of butter on one side of each piece of bread.
- Pile the cheese and ham on the unbuttered side of one slice of bread, and put the open-face sandwich in the waffle iron as far away from the hinge as possible. (This allows the lid to press down on the sandwich more evenly.) Place the second slice of bread on top, with the buttered side up, and close the waffle iron.
- Check the sandwich after 3 minutes. About halfway through, you may need to rotate the sandwich 180 degrees to ensure even pressure and cooking. If you'd like, you can press down on the lid of the waffle iron a bit to compact the sandwich, but do so carefully-the lid could be very hot. Remove the sandwich from the waffle iron when the bread is golden brown and the cheese is melted.
- Spread the Maple Butter on the outside of the sandwich. Slice in half diagonally and serve.
HAM & SWISS MELTS
Who knew that the humble pickle could add so much pep to a grilled ham and cheese? Splitting the baguette four ways makes these a manageable size for devouring! -Louise Gilbert, Quesnel, British Columbia
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 25m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Cut baguette in half without slicing through completely. Arrange half of the cheese on bottom half. Top with pickles, ham and remaining cheese; sprinkle with paprika. Close sandwich; cut crosswise into four pieces., Transfer to an ungreased baking sheet. Bake at 350° for 12-15 minutes or until cheese is melted.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 492 calories, Fat 22g fat (15g saturated fat), Cholesterol 86mg cholesterol, Sodium 1004mg sodium, Carbohydrate 42g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 29g protein.
EASY HAM WITH CHERRY SAUCE
In Taylors, South Carolina, Carol Lee Jones often fixes this delicious ham topped with a thick cherry sauce. "It's such a favorite that I've served it at Easter dinners, church breakfasts and a friend's wedding brunch," she writes.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 4h20m
Yield 10-12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Score surface of ham, making diamond shapes 1/2 in. deep. In a small bowl, combine the jelly, mustard and 1 tablespoon ginger ale; rub over scored surface of ham. Cut ham in half; place in a 5-qt. slow cooker. Cover and cook on low for 4-5 hours or until a thermometer reads 140°, basting with cooking juices near the end of cooking time., For sauce, place pie filling in a saucepan. Combine cornstarch and remaining ginger ale; stir into pie filling until blended. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Serve over ham.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 284 calories, Fat 10g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 60mg cholesterol, Sodium 1469mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (21g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 21g protein.
Tips:
- Use high-quality ingredients for the best flavor. Look for a thick-cut ham steak and a sharp cheese that melts well, such as cheddar or Gruyère.
- Don't overcrowd the pan when cooking the ham steaks. This will prevent them from cooking evenly.
- Cook the ham steaks until they are cooked through but still juicy. Overcooked ham will be tough and dry.
- Toast the bread until it is golden brown and crispy. This will help it hold up to the melted cheese and ham.
- Add your favorite toppings to the sandwich before serving. Some popular options include lettuce, tomato, onion, and pickles.
Conclusion:
The Carolina Ham and Cheese Melt is a classic Southern sandwich that is perfect for a quick and easy meal. It is made with thick-cut ham, sharp cheese, and toasted bread. The sandwich is then grilled until the cheese is melted and bubbly. The Carolina Ham and Cheese Melt is a delicious and satisfying sandwich that is sure to please everyone at the table.
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