Bbq Ham 'n Cheese Recipe
Make Bbq Ham 'n Cheese Recipe in just 25m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Sandwiches (makes 4 sandwiches)
BBQ Spread
Optional Garnishes / Add-ins
Method
Prepare BBQ Spread
- 1
Mix sauce
In a small bowl, combine 1 tablespoon mayonnaise, 3 tablespoons barbecue sauce, 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard, 1 teaspoon honey (if using), 1 teaspoon smoked paprika and a pinch of black pepper. Whisk until smooth and taste; adjust sweetness or tang by adding a little more honey or mustard. Set aside.
Assemble Sandwiches
- 2
Butter bread
Lay out 8 slices of bread. Evenly spread about 1/2 tablespoon (total 4 tablespoons across 8 slices) softened butter on one side of each slice. The buttered side will be the outside for grilling.
- 3
Spread BBQ on bread
On the unbuttered side of 4 bread slices, spread about 3/4 to 1 tablespoon of the BBQ spread prepared earlier. This will flavor the interior of the sandwich.
- 4
Layer fillings
On top of the spread slices, add 3 ounces (about 3 slices) of smoked ham per sandwich (12 oz total divided across 4), then place two slices of cheddar cheese over the ham. If using pickles or red onion, add 2 pickle slices and about 1 tablespoon of thinly sliced red onion per sandwich. Sprinkle a little chopped cilantro or parsley if desired.
- 5
Close sandwiches
Top each sandwich with the remaining bread slice, buttered side facing out. Press gently to compact layers slightly.
Cook Sandwiches
- 6
Stovetop / Skillet method
Heat a large skillet or griddle over medium heat. Place 2 sandwiches in the skillet (don’t overcrowd) and cook for 3–4 minutes per side, pressing gently with a spatula or a heavy pan, until bread is golden brown and cheese is melted. If bread browns too quickly before cheese melts, lower the heat to medium-low and cover the skillet for 1–2 minutes to trap heat and finish melting.
- 7
Alternative: Panini press or sandwich maker
Preheat panini press and cook sandwiches for 3–5 minutes, or until golden and cheese is melted. Follow manufacturer’s instructions.
- 8
Rest and slice
Remove sandwiches from heat and let rest 1 minute. Slice each sandwich in half diagonally and serve warm. Provide extra BBQ sauce on the side for dipping if desired.