French Jambon-Beurre Recipe
French · Main course · 10 min total
The classic French ham and butter baguette sandwich, a simple yet sublime combination of quality ingredients.
10
min prep
min prep
1
servings
servings
550
kcal/serving
kcal/serving
Ingredients
- 1 fresh baguette (about 20 cm / 8 inches), split lengthwise
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- 4 to 6 thin slices of high-quality cooked ham (such as Paris ham or jambon blanc)
- Optional: cornichons and Dijon mustard for serving
Instructions
- Split the baguette lengthwise without cutting all the way through, leaving a hinge.
- Spread the softened butter evenly on both cut sides of the bread.
- Layer the ham slices neatly on the bottom half, folding them to fit.
- Close the sandwich and press gently.
- Serve immediately with cornichons and Dijon mustard on the side, if desired.
Tips
- Use the best quality ham and butter you can find; they are the stars of this sandwich.
- The baguette should be fresh and crusty; a day-old baguette can be refreshed in a 350°F oven for 5 minutes.
- For a classic French presentation, wrap the sandwich in parchment paper and twist the ends.
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