The Hippo

Meet "The Hippo," a towering, flavor-packed sandwich that's perfect for indulgent lunches or casual dinners. Built on a toasted ciabatta roll, this hearty creation layers slices of deli turkey breast, thick-cut ham, Swiss cheese, and cheddar cheese, melted to perfection for a gooey, savory base. Crispy bacon, fresh tomato slices, crisp lettuce leaves, and creamy seasoned avocado add texture and vibrant flavor. A tangy blend of mayonnaise and Dijon mustard ties everything together in this stunning, multi-faceted masterpiece. Ready in under 20 minutes, "The Hippo" is a satisfying, easy-to-make recipe that combines premium ingredients with approachable techniques. Perfect for sandwich lovers searching for recipes featuring bold flavors, customizable fillings, and crowd-pleasing appeal!

Nutriscore Rating: 56/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:8 mins

Total Time:18 mins

Servings: 1

Ingredients

• 1 piece Ciabatta roll
• 4 slices Deli turkey breast
• 2 slices Thick-cut ham
• 2 slices Swiss cheese
• 2 slices Cheddar cheese
• 3 strips Bacon
• 2 tablespoons Mayonnaise
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 4 slices Tomato
• 2 pieces Lettuce leaves
• 0.5 piece Avocado
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat a non-stick skillet over medium heat.

Step 2

Cook the bacon strips until they are crispy, about 3-4 minutes per side. Remove them from the skillet and place them on a paper towel to drain excess grease.

Step 3

Slice the ciabatta roll in half horizontally and lightly toast both halves in the same skillet or a toaster.

Step 4

In a small bowl, mix the mayonnaise and Dijon mustard. Spread this mixture evenly onto the cut sides of the toasted ciabatta roll.

Step 5

Layer the bottom half of the roll with the deli turkey breast, thick-cut ham, Swiss cheese, and cheddar cheese.

Step 6

Place the sandwich base with the layered meats and cheeses on the skillet. Cover with a lid and cook on low heat for 2-3 minutes or until the cheese is melted.

Step 7

While the cheese is melting, slice the avocado thinly and season with salt and black pepper.

Step 8

Once the cheese has melted, remove the bottom half of the sandwich from the skillet and top it with the cooked bacon strips, sliced tomato, lettuce leaves, and avocado slices.

Step 9

Place the top half of the ciabatta roll on the sandwich, pressing gently to hold everything together.

Step 10

Cut 'The Hippo' in half and serve immediately. Enjoy your hearty creation!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	628.7 grams (628.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1218

Total Fat 72.50g	93%
Saturated Fat 19.40g	97%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.00g
Cholesterol 223mg	74%
Sodium 5482mg	238%
Total Carbohydrate 52.60g	19%
Dietary Fiber 7.00g	25%
Total Sugars 11.90g
Protein 81.60g	163%

Vitamin D 6IU	31%
Calcium 779mg	60%
Iron 4mg	24%
Potassium 1541mg	33%

*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: 54.9%

Protein: 27.4%

Carbs: 17.7%