Prep Time::10 mins
Cook Time::6 mins
Total Time::16 mins
Servings::1
Ingredients
1 tablespoon extra-light olive oil, or as needed
2 slices Italian bread
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
3 slices deli ham, or more to taste
2 slices Cheddar cheese
1 slice firm-ripe tomato
1 thin slice onion
cooking spray
Directions
Drizzle olive oil on 1 side of each bread slice. Spread 1 tablespoon mayonnaise on other side of each slice.
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Arrange layers of ham, Cheddar cheese, tomato, and onion on top. Top with other bread slice, mayonnaise-side down.
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Heat a grill pan over medium-high heat; spray lightly with cooking spray. Place sandwich on grill pan; weigh it down with a heavy pan. Cook until cheese is melted and grill marks appear, 3 to 5 minutes per side.
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Cook’s Note
This basic recipe is easily changed up with prosciutto, salami, or even turkey. This is also great as a veggie sandwich.
You can use French bread for Italian, extra-virgin olive oil for extra-light, and spreadable cheese for mayonnaise.
I recommend a George Forman grill because it eliminates the need for flipping. If you don’t have a grill pan, use a regular cast iron or nonstick skillet. You can also use a panini press if you have one.