The combination of sweet and savory in this Grilled Ham And Cheese Cranberry Sandwich is irresistible. Learn how to make this easy and unconventional recipe that features smoked ham, gooey cheese, and cranberry sauce.
Prep Time10 minutesmins
Cook Time25 minutesmins
Total Time35 minutesmins
Course: Breakfast & Brunch
Cuisine: American
Servings: 4servings
Calories: 497kcal
Author: Gabriela
Equipment
Kitchen Pre-Seasoned Cast Iron Skillet
Ingredients
8slicesof bread
4tablespoonsolive oil
8ouncescheese
8slicesof deli ham
1jar cranberry sauce/jam
Instructions
Brush one side of each slice of bread with olive oil. Olive oil helps the bread get crispier when cooked.
Flip the slices over and spread each with some cranberry sauce/jam.
Slice the cheese of your choice and divide it among sandwiches.
Top each with ham and remaining bread slices, with the oil sides up.
In a nonstick skillet, place sandwiches and cook 3-4 minutes per slide until bread is golden brown and cheese is melted.
Notes
What kind of cheese can you use for this sandwich:Cheddar, Emmental, Swiss, Gruyere, Brie, Pepperjack, Provolone.What kind of ham can you use:Black Forest Ham, Honey or Maple Ham, Smoked Virginia Ham, Prosciutto, Canadian Bacon.What kind of jam can you use:Raspberry, Blueberry, Red/Black Currant, Strawberry, Lingonberry, Rosehip, etc.What kind of bread: Artisan Bread, Sourdough Bread, White French Bread, Brioche Bread, Croissant, Whole Wheat Bread