Hot Ham and Cheese Butter Dijon Skillet Sandwiches

A few months ago I posted a recipe for Ham and Cheese Sliders, and how I loved it. Well several weeks ago I came across another version of those sandwiches, but it is cooked in a cast iron skillet. I actually like this recipe better, it is easier and I think it is a bit tastier. Another great meal for summer!

Hot Ham and Cheese Butter Dijon Skillet Sandwiches
from Picky Palate

2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
6 soft dinner size rolls, split
4 tablespoons melted butter
3 slices cheddar cheese, cut in half
3 slices sliced ham, cut in half
3 slices sliced turkey, cut in half
2 tablespoons Dijon Mustard
1-2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. and drizzle 9 inch cast iron skillet with olive oil.
2. Brush bottom 6 rolls generously with half of the melted butter and place buttered side up in skillet. They’ll fit snugly.
3. Top each roll with a half piece of cheddar cheese, ham and turkey slice. Butter top 6 rolls and close sandwiches.
4. Brush tops of rolls with Dijon Mustard and top with shredded Mozzarella Cheese. Bake for 20 minutes, until cheese is melted and turning golden. Remove and enjoy! Makes 6 small sandwiches

Ham and Cheese Sliders

  I love when I link a recipe on my monthly menu, and then a reader tries it before I do and tells me it is amazing! This happened with the recipe. I had not got around to making it, but a friend of min did, and told me they were divine, so I knew I had to make them right away. And she was so right! These sandwiches are super easy to assemble and can make a lot, great for if you are having some people over for dinner. I even made these for my parents with Gluten free rolls!

 

 

 

Ham and Cheese Sliders

from The Girl Who Ate Everything

24 good white dinner rolls

24 pieces good honey ham
24 small slices Swiss cheese
1/3 cup mayonnaise
1/3 cup miracle whip (I used mayo)

Poppy seed sauce
1 Tablespoon poppyseeds
1 1/2 Tablespoons yellow mustard
1/2 cup butter, melted
1 Tablespoon minced onion
1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce

In a small bowl, mix together mayonnaise and miracle whip. Spread onto both sides of the center of each roll. Place a slice of ham and a slice of Swiss inside of each roll. Close rolls and place them into a large baking dish or heavy cookie sheet. Place very close together.

In a medium bowl, whisk together all of the poppy seed sauce ingredients. Pour evenly over all of the sandwiches. You do not have to use all of the sauce! Just use enough to cover the tops. Let sit 10 minutes or until butter sets slightly. Cover with foil and bake at 350 degrees for 12-15 minutes or until cheese is melted. Uncover and cook for 2 additional minutes or until tops are slightly brown and crispy. Serve warm.

** sandwiches can be assembled a day ahead and kept in the fridge ready to bake.

Orzo Salad with Spicy Buttermilk Dressing

Summer is over, but I still have some summer friendly recipes to share. This is a really great salad that makes a lot, and between the beans, tomato and avocado, you can feel good about what you are eating! I made a batch of this at the beginning of the week, and then had it for lunch everyday. And even then I had leftovers to share with a friend!

And maybe on a cold snowy day, you can makes this and imagine that it is hot outside.

 Orzo Salad with Spicy Buttermilk Dressing
from Simply Gourmade

1 cup uncooked orzo
1 cup frozen whole-kernel corn, thawed and drained
12 cherry tomatoes, quartered
3 green onions, sliced
1 (15-ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
1/4 cup low-fat buttermilk
3 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro, divided
3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
2 tablespoons light sour cream
2 tablespoons canola mayonnaise ( I have a confession...I used real mayo)
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper
2 garlic cloves, crushed
1 peeled avocado, cut into 8 wedges
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley



Cook orzo according to package directions, omitting salt and fat. Drain and rinse; drain well. Place orzo, corn, and next 3 ingredients (through beans) in a large bowl; toss.


Combine buttermilk, 2 tablespoons cilantro, and next 8 ingredients (through garlic) in a small bowl, stirring well with a whisk. Drizzle over orzo mixture; toss. Top with avocado; garnish with remaining cilantro and parsley.