Jul 14 2026
Black Forest Ham & Cheese Recipe
Inspired by Ol Heidelberg Cafe
Time15m
Serves2
Rye bread, served hot or cold, slaw garnish.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Preparation Steps
- 1
Assemble the Sandwich
Lay out 2 slices of rye bread on a clean surface.
- 2
Add Ham
Place 2 slices of Black Forest ham on one slice of rye bread.
- 3
Add Cheese
Layer 1 slice of Swiss cheese over the ham.
- 4
Top with Bread
Place the second slice of rye bread on top to complete the sandwich.
- 5
Butter the Bread
Spread butter evenly on the outer sides of both slices of bread.
- 6
- 7
Serve
Remove the sandwich from the skillet, slice in half if desired, and serve hot or cold with a slaw garnish.