Sep 06 2026
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Prosciutto Di Pesto Recipe

Inspired by The Boys’ Deli
Time20m
Serves2

SmokeMaster®, Black Forest Ham, Prosciutto, Mozzarella, Pesto & Spicy Mayo

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Ingredients

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Sandwich

Method

Spicy Mayo

  1. 1

    Make the spicy mayo

    In a small bowl combine 4 tbs mayonnaise, 1 tsp Sriracha, 1 tsp lemon juice and 1 tsp grated garlic. Whisk until smooth. Season with 1 tsp salt and 1 tsp freshly ground black pepper, then taste and adjust heat or acidity. Cover and refrigerate while assembling sandwiches so flavors meld.

Sandwich Assembly

  1. 2

    Prep bread and cheeses

    Slice the ciabatta rolls horizontally. If you prefer warm sandwiches, preheat a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat. Lightly brush interior cut sides of the bread with 2 tsp olive oil.

  2. 3

    Toast (optional)

    Place the rolls cut-side down on the preheated grill pan or skillet and toast 1–2 minutes until golden and slightly crisp. Remove from heat.

  3. 4

    Spread sauces

    Spread 2 tbs pesto evenly over the bottom half of each roll. Spread 2 tbs of the spicy mayo on the top half of each roll (reserve extra spicy mayo for serving if desired).

  4. 5

    Layer meats and cheese

    On the pesto-coated bottom half, layer 4 slices of Black Forest ham per sandwich, arranging to cover the surface. Fold prosciutto slices and place 3 slices per sandwich on top of the ham. Top each with 4 oz (sliced) fresh mozzarella, distributing evenly.

  5. 6

    Add vegetables and finish

    Top the cheese with 1 cup mixed greens per sandwich, a few thin tomato slices, and a scattering of thin red onion if using. Drizzle each sandwich interior lightly with 1/2 tsp balsamic glaze (optional) and a small pinch of salt and black pepper to taste.

  6. 7

    Close and press

    Close the sandwiches with the mayo-spread top halves. If you prefer a warmed, slightly melted mozzarella, return sandwiches to the grill pan, press gently with a spatula or a weighted pan, and heat 1–2 minutes per side until cheese softens.

  7. 8

    Slice and serve

    Cut each sandwich in half on the diagonal. Serve immediately with extra spicy mayo on the side for dipping.

Notes

  1. 9

    All ingredients listed in the Ingredients sections are used in the directions. Adjust Sriracha and salt levels to taste. For a lighter sandwich use half-fat mayonnaise or Greek yogurt in the spicy mayo.

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