Best 8 Dijon Mustard And French Ham Sandwich Recipes

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Welcome to a tantalizing culinary journey with our Dijon Mustard and French Ham Sandwich, a symphony of flavors that will dance on your palate. Embark on a delightful adventure as we unveil the secrets behind this delectable sandwich. Discover how the tangy sharpness of Dijon mustard harmonizes with the salty richness of French ham, creating a perfect balance of flavors. Learn how to select the best bread for the sandwich, ensuring a sturdy base for this flavor-packed creation. Explore the art of layering the ingredients, creating a harmonious composition that elevates the sandwich experience. We'll also introduce variations of this classic, such as adding a layer of melted cheese for a gooey indulgence or incorporating fresh herbs for an aromatic twist. Prepare to be inspired as we guide you through the steps of creating this culinary masterpiece. Let's dive into the world of flavors and savor every bite of our Dijon Mustard and French Ham Sandwich.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

FRENCH HAM SANDWICH (JAMBON-BEURRE)



French Ham Sandwich (Jambon-Beurre) image

Provided by Olivia's Cuisine

Time 5m

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 French baguette, sliced lenghtwise
4 tablespoons European-style butter, at room temperature
6 ounces (about 12 slices) Oscar Mayer Selects Natural Applewood Smoked Ham
3 ounces Gruyère cheese, thinly sliced (optional)

Steps:

  • Spread the butter on cut sides of the baguette.
  • Add the cheese (if using) to the bottom slice and top with the ham. Top with the other slice of baguette.
  • Cut the sandwich into two equal parts.
  • Serve or refrigerate (wrapped in plastic) for up to one day!

CROQUE MONSIEUR (FRENCH HOT HAM AND CHEESE SANDWICH)



Croque Monsieur (French hot ham and cheese sandwich) image

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

MARTHA'S HAM AND CHEESE SANDWICH



Martha's Ham and Cheese Sandwich image

Serving ham and cheese on a baguette with a bit of butter gives it a decidedly French twist.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Pork Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/2 cup (1 stick) salted butter, softened
1 baguette, halved horizontally and quartered crosswise
4 ounces thinly sliced French ham
2 ounces thinly sliced Gruyere or Fontina cheese
Dijon mustard or Brooke's Mustard Dip, for serving
Cornichons, for serving

Steps:

  • Spread 1 tablespoon butter on each piece of baguette. Divide ham and cheese among bottom halves of bread. Sandwich with top halves. Serve with mustard or mustard dip and cornichons.

EASY & DELICIOUS HAM AND DIJON SANDWICHES



Easy & Delicious Ham and Dijon Sandwiches image

Recipe from Steve Erehart's Mom, served at a football party... couldn't get the taste out of my mind for days! Had to call and ask how!

Provided by GotsaLuvMe

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 22m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

8 sandwich buns
8 slices swiss cheese
1/2 lb of sliced ham
1 teaspoon poppy seed
1/2 cup butter
1/4 cup chopped onions or 4 tablespoons dried onion
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/4 cup Dijon mustard

Steps:

  • Assemble ham and cheese onto the buns and set aside.
  • Combine poppy seed, margarine, onion, Worcestershire sauce, and Dijon mustard into small sauce pan.
  • Warm all ingredients on medium heat until margarine is melted.
  • Spread the mixture onto each bun.
  • Wrap each bun in aluminum foil.
  • Bake for 15 minutes at 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Serve to grateful guests!
  • Alternatively, you may freeze the unbaked sandwiches in the foil wrap, and remove as desired.
  • If frozen, bake at 300 degrees Fahrenheit for 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 379.4, Fat 23.2, SaturatedFat 13.3, Cholesterol 71, Sodium 887.1, Carbohydrate 23.9, Fiber 1.3, Sugar 3.4, Protein 18.5

BAKED HAM AND CHEESE PARTY SANDWICHES



Baked Ham and Cheese Party Sandwiches image

These small, delicious sandwiches are perfect for any party. They are so good that even the pickiest of eaters will eat these.

Provided by LisaT

Categories     Breakfast and Brunch     Meat and Seafood     Ham

Time 35m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 8

¾ cup melted butter
1 ½ tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 ½ teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1 ½ tablespoons poppy seeds
1 tablespoon dried minced onion
24 mini sandwich rolls
1 pound thinly sliced cooked deli ham
1 pound thinly sliced Swiss cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  • In a bowl, mix together butter, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, poppy seeds, and dried onion. Separate the tops from bottoms of the rolls, and place the bottom pieces into the prepared baking dish. Layer about half the ham onto the rolls. Arrange the Swiss cheese over the ham, and top with remaining ham slices in a layer. Place the tops of the rolls onto the sandwiches. Pour the mustard mixture evenly over the rolls.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until the rolls are lightly browned and the cheese has melted, about 20 minutes. Slice into individual rolls through the ham and cheese layers to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 208.3 calories, Carbohydrate 10.8 g, Cholesterol 43.4 mg, Fat 14 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 9.8 g, SaturatedFat 7.8 g, Sodium 439.2 mg, Sugar 0.4 g

HAM AND SWISS SANDWICH



Ham and Swiss Sandwich image

A classic ham and Swiss tastes even better served on a buttered baguette.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Pork Recipes

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 ounces (8 tablespoons) salted butter, softened
1 baguette, halved horizontally and quartered crosswise
4 ounces thinly sliced French ham
2 ounces thinly sliced Swiss cheese
Dijon mustard, for serving
Cornichons, for serving

Steps:

  • Spread 1 tablespoon butter on each piece of baguette. Divide ham and cheese among bottom halves of bread. Sandwich with top halves. Serve with mustard and cornichons.

HAM AND CHEESE CROQUE WITH DIJON



Ham and Cheese Croque With Dijon image

This is a classic French croque-monsieur, but with the added tang of Dijon mustard and sourdough bread. While it may well be the quintessential warm ham and cheese sandwich, it also makes a great snack with drinks. Please note the sandwiches may be prepared in advance and reheated to serve.

Provided by David Tanis

Categories     finger foods, sandwiches, appetizer

Time 30m

Yield 6 small sandwiches

Number Of Ingredients 8

6 slices sourdough bread
2 tablespoons softened unsalted butter
Dijon mustard
6 ounces/2 cups grated Emmenthal, Gouda or Monterey Jack cheese or a mixture
6 slices prosciutto or cooked ham
1/2 cup thick béchamel sauce (See Note)
Pinch of chopped thyme, for garnish
1 tablespoon snipped chives, for garnish

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400. Lay bread slices on a work surface. Lightly butter 3 slices and place butter-side-down on a baking sheet. Now spread them lightly with mustard.
  • Distribute half the cheese over the mustard. Top each of the slices of cheese-covered bread with 2 slices prosciutto and cover each evenly with more grated cheese, reserving 1/4 cup cheese for final topping.
  • Lay on the remaining 3 bread slices and press down gently. Spread each top slice with about 3 tablespoons béchamel. Sprinkle with reserved cheese.
  • Bake until browned and bubbling on top, about 10 minutes. To serve, cut each sandwich in half diagonally or vertically to make 6 small sandwiches. Sprinkle with thyme and chives. Cut off crusts if desired. May also be cut into bite-size pieces.

HAM AND BRIE SANDWICH



Ham and Brie Sandwich image

This tasty sandwich was inspired by one I had in a little cafe. Enjoy!

Provided by sweet tea

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pork     Ham

Time 16m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 6

6 slices black forest ham
½ (8 ounce) wedge Brie cheese, sliced
2 tablespoons apricot preserves
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
4 thick slices Italian bread
1 tablespoon olive oil

Steps:

  • Assemble the sandwiches by layering the ham, brie cheese, apricot preserves, and mustard in equal amounts on two pieces of bread, topping with the remaining two slices of bread. Brush the top of each sandwich with olive oil.
  • Heat a grill pan over medium heat. Once the pan is hot, lie the sandwiches, oiled side down, in the pan. Brush the top of each sandwich with oil. Cook each side until the bread is golden brown, about 3 minutes per side.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 457.2 calories, Carbohydrate 42.7 g, Cholesterol 56.8 mg, Fat 24.5 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 16.8 g, SaturatedFat 11.3 g, Sodium 879.6 mg, Sugar 9.4 g

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use high-quality ingredients, such as artisanal ham, whole grain mustard, and crusty bread.
  • If you don't have French ham, you can substitute another type of thinly sliced deli ham.
  • If you don't have Dijon mustard, you can use another type of whole grain mustard.
  • If you don't have a baguette, you can use another type of crusty bread.
  • You can add other toppings to your sandwich, such as cheese, sliced tomatoes, or avocado.
  • If you're making the sandwich ahead of time, wrap it tightly in plastic wrap and store it in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours.

Conclusion:

The Dijon mustard and French ham sandwich is a classic French sandwich that is easy to make and delicious. It's perfect for a quick lunch or dinner, and it can be customized to your liking. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a sandwich that is both flavorful and satisfying.

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