Black Forest ham and Swiss sandwich Recipe

Name: Black Forest ham and Swiss sandwich
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Yield: 1 sandwich
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 slices rye bread or sourdough; 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard; 4 slices Black Forest ham (about 3 oz total); 2 slices Swiss cheese (about 2 oz total); 1/4 cup arugula or lettuce leaves; 2 slices red onion (optional); 1 tablespoon butter, softened (for grilling, optional)

American · Main course · 10 min total

Black Forest ham and Swiss sandwich recipe videos

A hearty sandwich featuring smoky Black Forest ham, nutty Swiss cheese, and tangy Dijon mustard on crusty bread, perfect for a quick lunch or picnic.

10
min prep

1
servings

520
kcal/serving

Ingredients

2 slices rye bread or sourdough
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
4 slices Black Forest ham (about 3 oz total)
2 slices Swiss cheese (about 2 oz total)
1/4 cup arugula or lettuce leaves
2 slices red onion (optional)
1 tablespoon butter, softened (for grilling, optional)

Instructions

Spread Dijon mustard on one side of each bread slice.
Layer ham, Swiss cheese, arugula, and red onion (if using) on one slice of bread.
Top with the other bread slice, mustard side down.
If desired, spread butter on the outside of the sandwich and grill in a skillet over medium heat until golden brown and cheese melts, about 3 minutes per side.
Slice in half and serve.

Tips

For a warm sandwich, grill until cheese melts.
Pair with a pickle spear and potato chips.
Substitute honey mustard or whole-grain mustard for variety.

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