Midnight Ham And Cheese Melt Recipe

Late-night cravings calling? This Midnight Ham & Cheese Focaccia Melt is the answer! Inspired by a seasoned focaccia loaf, this recipe delivers a gourmet grilled cheese experience in just minutes. The savory ham, melty cheese, tangy pickles, and Dijon mustard create a flavor explosion that's perfect for satisfying those midnight munchies. Easy to make and utterly delicious!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 7 mins
Calories 645.8 kcal
Protein 78g
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Ingredients for Midnight Ham And Cheese Melt

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How to Make Midnight Ham And Cheese Melt

  1. Butter one slice of focaccia (about 1/4 inch thick) and place butter-side down in a hot skillet (medium-high heat).
  2. Layer 2 slices of smoked ham (about 2 oz total) on the focaccia. Top with 2 slices of your favorite cheese (about 1 oz total). Reduce heat to medium.
  3. Add 2-3 dill pickle slices on top of the cheese. Cover the skillet with a lid to help melt the cheese.
  4. Spread 1 teaspoon of Dijon mustard on the second slice of focaccia.
  5. Place the second slice of focaccia, mustard-side down, on top of the ham and cheese. Butter the outside of both slices of bread.
  6. Carefully flip the sandwich and cook for another 2-3 minutes, or until golden brown and the cheese is completely melted and gooey.
  7. Remove from skillet, slice in half, and enjoy immediately!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

154 g

Sugar

11g

Fat

143g

Carbs

2g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Midnight Ham And Cheese Melt?

Midnight Ham And Cheese Melt takes about 12 minutes from start to finish — roughly 5 minutes to prepare and 7 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Midnight Ham And Cheese Melt?

Midnight Ham And Cheese Melt has approximately 645.8 calories per serving, with about 78 g protein, 2 g carbohydrates and 80 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Midnight Ham And Cheese Melt?

The key ingredients for Midnight Ham And Cheese Melt are Focaccia Bread, Butter, Smoked Ham, Gruyere Cheese, Dijon Mustard, Dill Pickles. See the full list with measurements above.

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