Ham and Cheese Baguette

Satisfy your cravings with this irresistible Ham and Cheese Baguette recipe—a perfect blend of classic flavors and fresh ingredients! This quick and easy recipe combines a crusty, golden baguette with layers of savory ham, creamy cheese (such as Swiss or Cheddar), crisp lettuce, and juicy tomato slices. The addition of Dijon mustard and a hint of butter enhances the sandwich with a subtle tangy richness, while a sprinkle of salt and black pepper ties it all together. Ready in just 10 minutes with no cooking required, this versatile sandwich is ideal for lunch, a picnic, or a grab-and-go meal. With its simple yet satisfying ingredients, this classic ham and cheese baguette will quickly become your new favorite! Perfectly portioned for two, but easily adaptable, it’s a recipe you’ll turn to again and again.

Nutriscore Rating: 56/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 1 large loaf Baguette
• 200 grams Ham
• 100 grams Cheese (e.g. Swiss, Cheddar)
• 30 grams Butter
• 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
• 4 leaves Lettuce leaves
• 1 large Tomato
• 0.25 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

1. Begin by slicing the baguette in half lengthwise. Then, slice each half into two equal parts to create two sandwiches.

Step 2

2. Use a butter knife to spread a thin, even layer of butter over the inside surfaces of each sandwich half.

Step 3

3. Next, spread 1 tablespoon of Dijon mustard on one half of each sandwich.

Step 4

4. Arrange 100 grams of ham and 50 grams of cheese on the mustard-coated side of each sandwich.

Step 5

5. Wash and dry the lettuce leaves. Place 2 leaves on top of the ham and cheese for each sandwich.

Step 6

6. Slice the tomato into thin rounds and layer them on top of the lettuce.

Step 7

7. Sprinkle a pinch of salt and a dash of black pepper over the tomato slices for added flavor.

Step 8

8. Close the sandwiches by placing the other half of the baguette on top and press down lightly.

Step 9

9. Cut each baguette into portions if desired and serve immediately. Enjoy your classic ham and cheese baguette!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	888.1 grams (888.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1890

Total Fat 82.80g	106%
Saturated Fat 39.20g	196%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.90g
Cholesterol 198mg	66%
Sodium 6697mg	291%
Total Carbohydrate 216.00g	79%
Dietary Fiber 12.80g	46%
Total Sugars 32.60g
Protein 73.20g	146%

Vitamin D 34IU	171%
Calcium 949mg	73%
Iron 16mg	87%
Potassium 1459mg	31%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 39.2%

Protein: 15.4%

Carbs: 45.4%