Best 7 Crunchy Ham And Cheese Sandwiches Recipes

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Indulge in the delightful experience of creating three appetizing ham and cheese sandwiches that cater to various dietary preferences. The first recipe features a classic combination of ham, cheese, and a creamy spread, sandwiched between two slices of soft white bread. For a healthier option, the second recipe utilizes whole-wheat bread and incorporates avocado and arugula, creating a sandwich packed with flavor and nutrients. Last but not least, the third recipe presents a vegetarian alternative, replacing ham with roasted eggplant and complementing it with a tangy tomato sauce. Each sandwich offers a unique taste profile, ensuring satisfaction for every palate.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

BREADLESS HAM AND CHEESE SANDWICHES



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At first glance, these look like conventional ham and cheese, but that's crunchy jicama, not bread, holding together the fiber-packed sandwiches. And you won't miss the carbs: each bite is a winning combination of salty-creaminess, sharp horseradish, and peppery arugula.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 10m

Yield 4 sandwiches

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 tablespoon sour cream
1 tablespoon finely sliced chives
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon horseradish
Freshly ground black pepper
1 medium jicama, about 4 inches wide, peeled and cut into eight 1/3-inch rounds
6 ounces sliced low-sodium deli ham
4 slices Havarti cheese (about 3 ounces)
2 cups baby arugula
Dill pickle spears for serving, optional

Steps:

  • Stir together the sour cream, chives, mustard, horseradish and a few grinds of black pepper in a small bowl.
  • Lay four slices of jicama out on a work surface. Spread each with some of the mustard-horseradish sauce, top each with 1/4 of the ham, a slice of cheese, and about 1/2 cup of arugula. Sandwich with the remaining jicama slices, cut in half and serve with a pickle spear if using.

CROQUE MONSIEUR (FRENCH HOT HAM AND CHEESE SANDWICH)



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Recipe video above. Unapologetically calorific, this is the famous French hot ham and cheese sandwich! If you want to make it the traditional way, do not skimp on cheese or butter, and do not even think about using low fat anything. ????While it's thought of as a brunch/breakfast, Croque Monsieur is typically served as lunch in France with a side of fries and simple salad.Truly one of the greatest sandwiches in the world, one that I say everyone should experience at least once in their lives ....

Provided by Nagi

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch     Light Lunch

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/2 cup milk
1/2 cup cream ((pure or heavy / thickened))
1 1/2 tbsp / 25g unsalted butter
1 1/2 tbsp flour (, plain / all-purpose)
1/4 tsp salt (, kosher/cooking salt)
1 pinch white pepper
1/8 tsp nutmeg (, preferably freshly ground)
4 slices sourdough bread (, 1.5cm / ⅗" thick (Note 1))
8 slices Swiss or gruyere cheese ((165g / 6 oz, enough for 2 layers a sandwich) (Note 2))
120g / 4 oz ham slices (, preferably smoked)
4 tsp Dijon mustard
30g / 2 tbsp unsalted butter
1/2 cup gruyere cheese (, shredded (packed cup, Note 2))
3 tbsp parmesan (, finely shredded (Note 2))

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 200°C/390°F (180°C fan).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1440 kcal, Carbohydrate 83 g, Protein 67 g, Fat 94 g, SaturatedFat 54 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 302 mg, Sodium 2392 mg, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 7 g, ServingSize 1 serving

CRUNCHY HAM AND CHEESE



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Crushed potato chips put the crunch in this appetizing variation on ham and cheese. "Serve this layered sandwich with a bowl of soup, and you'll have one of the best comfort-food meals of your life," assures Karen Wolf of Niles, Illinois.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 tablespoon butter, softened
4 slices white bread
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
4 slices process American cheese
2 slices deli ham (1 ounce each)
1/2 medium tomato, thinly sliced
2 eggs, lightly beaten
2 tablespoons 2% milk
1/8 teaspoon onion powder
1 cup crushed ridged potato chips

Steps:

  • Butter one side of each slice of bread. Spread mustard over the unbuttered side of two slices; layer each with one slice of cheese, ham, tomato, remaining cheese and remaining bread, buttered side up. , In a shallow bowl, whisk the eggs, milk and onion powder. Place potato chips in another bowl. Dip each sandwich into egg mixture, then coat with potato chips. , In a large nonstick skillet or griddle coated with cooking spray, toast sandwiches for 4 minutes on each side or until golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 476 calories, Fat 26g fat (13g saturated fat), Cholesterol 150mg cholesterol, Sodium 1404mg sodium, Carbohydrate 40g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 21g protein.

GRILLED HAM AND CHEESE SANDWICH



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Provided by Food Network

Time 30m

Yield 3 bento servings

Number Of Ingredients 4

6 slices firm, thinly sliced close-textured bread, such as Pepperidge Farm
3 tablespoons sweet butter, softened
3 thin slices honey-cured ham
1/4 pound sliced Gruyere cheese, white cheddar, or Swiss

Steps:

  • To assemble the sandwiches, butter both sides of each bread slice. Lay ham and cheese on one slice and cover with the another slice. Trim the crusts off the sides.
  • Heat a saute pan over medium-low heat, then fry the sandwiches until the cheese starts to melt and the sandwiches are golden brown, about 3 minutes on each side. You may need to add more butter to the pan.
  • Remove the sandwiches to paper towels to drain, let them cool for 1 minute, then cut into quarters diagonally and serve 3 quarters each per serving.

CREAMY AND CRUNCHY HAM SANDWICH



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A colorful carrot-raisin salad transforms a ho-hum ham and cheese sandwich into a creamy, crunchy flavor bonanza.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Meal Recipes

Time 5m

Yield Makes 1 serving.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 Tbsp. MIRACLE WHIP Dressing
2 Tbsp. shredded carrots
1 Tbsp. raisins
2 slices whole wheat bread
1 romaine lettuce leaf
4 slices OSCAR MAYER Deli Fresh Smoked Ham
1 KRAFT Singles

Steps:

  • Mix dressing, carrots and raisins.
  • Fill bread slices with carrot mixture and remaining ingredients.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 310, Fat 11 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, TransFat 0.5 g, Cholesterol 35 mg, Sodium 1080 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 5 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 17 g

CRUNCHY HAM AND CHEESE SANDWICHES



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Make and share this Crunchy Ham and Cheese Sandwiches recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Martini Guy

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 23m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 tablespoon butter, softened
4 slices white bread
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
4 slices process American cheese
2 slices deli ham, 1 ounce each
1/2 medium tomatoes, thinly sliced
2 eggs, lightly beaten
2 tablespoons 2% low-fat milk
1/8 teaspoon onion powder
1 cup crushed potato chips

Steps:

  • Butter one side of each slice of bread.
  • Spread mustard over the unbuttered side of two slices.
  • Layer each with one slice of cheese, ham, tomato, remaining cheese and remaining bread, buttered side up.
  • In a shallow bowl, beat eggs, milk and onion powder.
  • Dip each sandwich into egg mixture, then coat with potato chips.
  • In a large non stick skillet or griddle coated with cooking spray toast sandwichs for 4 minutes on each side or until golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 507.5, Fat 29.3, SaturatedFat 15.3, Cholesterol 280.2, Sodium 1813.2, Carbohydrate 33.5, Fiber 2.2, Sugar 8.6, Protein 27

GRILLED CHEESE, HAM AND APPLE SANDWICH



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In this stepped-up version of a ham and cheese sandwich, melty cheeses, crispy apples and smoky ham are the ultimate combination. -Josh Rink, Taste of Home Food Stylist

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

6 tablespoons butter, softened, divided
8 slices sourdough bread
3 tablespoons mayonnaise
3 tablespoons finely shredded Manchego or Parmesan cheese
1/8 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 cup shredded sharp white cheddar cheese
1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
1/2 cup shredded Gruyere cheese
4 ounces Brie cheese with rind removed, sliced
12 slices deli ham
1 tart apple, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • Spread 3 tablespoons butter on 1 side of bread slices. Toast bread, butter side down, in a large skillet or electric griddle over medium-low heat until golden brown, 2-3 minutes; remove. In a small bowl, mix together mayonnaise, Manchego cheese, onion powder and remaining 3 tablespoons butter. In another bowl, combine cheddar, Monterey Jack and Gruyere. , To assemble sandwiches, top toasted side of 4 bread slices with sliced Brie. Sprinkle cheddar cheese mixture evenly over Brie. Layer ham and apple slices over Brie; top with remaining bread slices, toasted side facing inward. Spread mayonnaise mixture on the outsides of each sandwich. Place in same skillet and cook until bread is golden brown and cheese is melted, 5-6 minutes on each side. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 725 calories, Fat 50g fat (27g saturated fat), Cholesterol 141mg cholesterol, Sodium 1415mg sodium, Carbohydrate 37g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 32g protein.

Tips:

  • For the crispiest sandwiches, use a well-seasoned cast iron skillet or griddle.
  • If you don't have a cast iron skillet, you can use a nonstick skillet over medium heat.
  • Don't overcrowd the skillet or griddle. Cook the sandwiches in batches if necessary.
  • Don't flip the sandwiches too often. Let them cook undisturbed for a few minutes per side, or until golden brown and crispy.
  • Use a spatula to gently press down on the sandwiches as they cook. This will help them cook evenly and prevent them from puffing up.
  • If you're using a thick-cut bread, you may need to cook the sandwiches for a few minutes longer.
  • For a gooey, melted cheese, use a cheese that melts well, such as cheddar, mozzarella, or Gruyère.
  • If you like, you can add other ingredients to your sandwiches, such as cooked bacon, sliced tomatoes, or sliced avocado.

Conclusion:

Crunchy ham and cheese sandwiches are a classic comfort food that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. They're quick and easy to make, and they're always a hit with kids and adults alike. With a few simple tips, you can make the perfect crunchy ham and cheese sandwich every time. So next time you're looking for a satisfying and delicious meal, give this recipe a try.

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