Open Faced Ham Sandwiches

Elevate your sandwich game with these irresistible Open-Faced Ham Sandwiches, a quick and flavorful dish perfect for lunch, brunch, or a light dinner! Built on a base of golden, buttery sourdough bread, each sandwich features layers of savory cooked ham, creamy Dijon-mayo spread, and melted Swiss cheese for an unbeatable combination of textures and flavors. Baked to perfection in just 10 minutes, these open-faced sandwiches are garnished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley and a dash of black pepper, adding a touch of freshness and zest. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual entertaining, this recipe delivers gourmet flavor with minimal effort, making it a must-try for ham sandwich lovers!

Nutriscore Rating: 54/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces sourdough bread slices
• 8 slices cooked ham
• 4 slices Swiss cheese
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
• 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
• 1 tablespoon fresh parsley
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

Spread the butter evenly over one side of each slice of sourdough bread and place the slices buttered-side down on the prepared baking sheet.

Step 3

In a small bowl, mix the Dijon mustard and mayonnaise until well combined.

Step 4

Spread the mustard-mayo mixture onto the top (non-buttered) side of each bread slice.

Step 5

Layer 2 slices of cooked ham on each piece of bread, covering the mustard-mayo mixture.

Step 6

Top each sandwich with 1 slice of Swiss cheese, ensuring it covers the ham.

Step 7

Place the baking sheet in the oven and bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the cheese is fully melted and bubbling.

Step 8

Remove the sandwiches from the oven and sprinkle freshly chopped parsley and a dash of black pepper over the top for garnish.

Step 9

Serve warm and enjoy your open-faced ham sandwiches!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	537 grams (537.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1344

Total Fat 68.00g	87%
Saturated Fat 24.10g	121%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.20g
Cholesterol 266mg	89%
Sodium 4137mg	180%
Total Carbohydrate 84.90g	31%
Dietary Fiber 3.90g	14%
Total Sugars 4.70g
Protein 96.00g	192%

Vitamin D 5IU	23%
Calcium 1148mg	88%
Iron 6mg	31%
Potassium 1017mg	22%

*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: 45.8%

Protein: 28.8%

Carbs: 25.4%