Americano – Ham & Cheddar, Lto, Mustard Recipe

Prepare roll

Slice the ciabatta roll horizontally into top and bottom halves. If desired, spread mayonnaise evenly on the inside of the top half (about 1 tsp).

Mustard

Spread 1 tablespoon of yellow mustard evenly on the inside of the bottom half of the roll.

Optional - toast: Spread 1 teaspoon butter lightly on the cut faces of both halves. Heat a skillet over medium heat and toast bread cut-side down until golden and lightly crisp, about 1–2 minutes per side. Remove from heat.

Assemble ham and cheddar

Place the 3 oz of thinly sliced deli ham evenly across the bottom half of the roll, distributing so each bite has ham. Lay two slices of sharp cheddar over the ham, slightly overlapping.

Optional - melt cheese: If you prefer the cheese melted, place the assembled bottom half (with ham and cheese) under a broiler for 30–60 seconds or in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 3–5 minutes until the cheese just begins to soften and melt. Watch closely to avoid burning.

Prepare produce

Wash and dry the lettuce leaves. Slice a medium tomato into 3 even slices. Cut 3 thin rings of red onion and separate them.

Season tomato: Lightly sprinkle the tomato slices with 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper to enhance flavor.

Layer on sandwich: Place the seasoned tomato slices on top of the melted (or unmelted) cheddar, then add the lettuce leaves and red onion rings.

Top and press: Place the top half of the roll (with mayonnaise, if used) onto the stacked sandwich. Press gently to compact the sandwich slightly so it holds together.

Cut and serve: Using a sharp knife, cut the sandwich in half on the diagonal if desired. Serve immediately while bread is warm and cheese slightly melty.