Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsBodega on CentralAmericano I Recipe

Americano I Recipe

Inspired by Bodega on Central
Time15m
Serves1

pressed ham & swiss cheese

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Bread

    Take two slices of ciabatta or baguette bread and lay them flat on a clean surface.

  2. 2

    Spread Mustard

    Evenly spread 1 tablespoon of Dijon mustard on one side of each slice of bread.

  3. 3

    Assemble the Sandwich

    Layer the pressed ham evenly on one slice of bread, followed by the Swiss cheese slices. Top with the second slice of bread, mustard side down.

Cooking

  1. 4

    Butter the Outside

    Spread 1 tablespoon of butter evenly on the outside of the sandwich.

  2. 5

    Toast the Sandwich

    In a skillet over medium heat, place the sandwich butter-side down. Cook for about 3-4 minutes until golden brown.

  3. 6

    Flip and Cook

    Carefully flip the sandwich and cook the other side for another 3-4 minutes until golden brown and the cheese is melted.

  4. 7

    Serve

    Remove the sandwich from the skillet, let it rest for a minute, then slice in half and serve warm.

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