Prepare to elevate your sandwich game with this mouthwatering Grilled Ham and Jarlsberg on Brioche that transforms an ordinary lunch into a culinary masterpiece! Imagine biting into perfectly crisp, golden-brown brioche bread, revealing layers of succulent ham and luxuriously melted Jarlsberg cheese that will make your taste buds dance with joy. This isn't just a sandwich – it's a gourmet experience that takes mere minutes to create and promises restaurant-quality flavor right in your own kitchen.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 5 mins
Total Time: 15 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 2 servings
Ingredients
- 4 slices brioche bread
- 4 slices ham
- 4 slices Jarlsberg cheese
- Butter for grilling
Instructions
- Remove brioche bread from packaging and let sit at room temperature for 5 minutes to ensure even grilling.
- Softly butter one side of each bread slice, ensuring complete and even coverage for golden-brown crispness.
- Place a large non-stick skillet or griddle pan over medium heat, allowing it to warm gradually for even heat distribution.
- Place two bread slices butter-side down in the heated pan, creating a crisp foundation for the sandwich.
- Layer two slices of ham evenly across each bread slice in the pan, ensuring complete coverage.
- Top the ham with two slices of Jarlsberg cheese, allowing slight overhang for melting potential.
- Cover the cheese and ham with remaining bread slices, positioning butter-side up for external browning.
- Grill for approximately 2-3 minutes, watching carefully to achieve a golden-brown exterior without burning.
- Carefully flip sandwiches using a wide spatula, pressing gently to ensure even contact with the pan.
- Grill the second side for an additional 2 minutes until cheese is completely melted and bread is crisp and golden.
- Remove from heat, let rest for 1 minute to allow cheese to set, then slice diagonally and serve immediately.
Tips
- • Always use room temperature butter for more even spreading and better browning • Keep your pan at a consistent medium heat to avoid burning the bread • Press the sandwich gently while grilling to ensure maximum cheese melting and crispy texture • Let the sandwich rest for 1 minute after cooking to allow the cheese to set and flavors to meld • Use a wide spatula for easy flipping to maintain the sandwich's structural integrity • Choose high-quality, thick-cut brioche for the best texture and flavor • For extra richness, consider adding a light spread of Dijon mustard or a few fresh herbs
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 540kcal
Carbohydrates: 32g
Protein: 28g
Fat: 35g
Saturated Fat: 20g
Cholesterol: 120mg
