Grilled Ham Sandwich with Mozzarella and Arugula
The Panini Upgrade Your Lunch Has Been Missing
This Grilled Ham Sandwich with Mozzarella and Arugula starts by searing Jones Uncured Ham in a rosemary and garlic olive oil until lightly browned, then layering it on ciabatta with fresh mozzarella, thinly sliced red onion, and baby arugula. Pressed in a panini press or weighted on a griddle until golden, this easy grilled ham sandwich recipe serves two and comes together in just 15 minutes. Elegant enough for company, fast enough for a weeknight lunch.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, chopped
- 1 clove garlic, finely chopped
- freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 4 oz. fresh mozzarella, sliced
- 2 large ciabatta rolls or 4″ x 4″ sections from a ciabatta loaf, split
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 1/2 cups baby arugula
Directions
Heat olive oil in small skillet over medium heat. Add rosemary and garlic; cook 1 minute or until fragrant. Add ham slice to pan; season to taste with black pepper.
Cover and cook 5 minutes, flipping ham halfway through; uncover and continue to cook until juices are evaporated and ham is lightly browned.
Lightly oil panini press or griddle and preheat.
Divide cheese over one side of bread followed by onion. Slice ham in half and place one slice on each sandwich. Top with arugula; close sandwich.
Cook in panini press until bread is golden and cheese is melted, or on griddle weighed with a bacon press or heavy skillet, turning to toast both sides. Serve warm.
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