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A hot ham and cheese sandwich cut in half and stacked with the cut sides facing the camera. Chips and a beer are in the background.

Hot Ham and Cheese Sandwiches with Peach Thyme Jam

Sara
A hot ham and cheese sandwich with a touch of homemade peach thyme jam for the ultimate cozy meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 2 sandwiches
Calories 899 kcal

Ingredients
 
 

For the Peach Thyme Jam:

  • 2 ripe Peaches pitted and sliced
  • 2 tsp. Light Brown Sugar
  • 3-4 fresh Thyme Sprigs or 1/2 tsp. Dried Thyme
  • 2 tsp. fresh Lemon Juice
  • 1 tsp. Apple Cider Vinegar
  • 1/4 tsp. Kosher Salt I used Diamond Crystal

For the Sandwiches:

  • 4 slices Sourdough Bread
  • 2-3 tbsp. Mayonnaise or Softened Unsalted Butter
  • 8 slices thinly sliced Deli Ham
  • 3/4 cup shredded Gouda Cheese
  • 3/4 cup shredded Havarti Cheese
  • 1/4 cup Peach Thyme Jam

Instructions
 

  • Make the Jam. Peel the peaches, remove the pits, then chop the peaches into 1″ pieces. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the peaches, light brown sugar, thyme sprigs, lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, and salt. Cook 10–15 minutes, stirring and smashing as the peaches soften, until thick and jam-like.Note: If they seem to be cooking too quickly, turn the heat down to medium-low.
    A wooden spoon full of peach thyme jam above a saucepan.
  • Combine the Cheeses. In a mixing bowl, mix the shredded gouda and havarti cheeses together until combined. Set aside.
  • Build the first Sandwich Layers. Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Spread about two teaspoons of mayonnaise (or softened butter) over one side of a slice of bread. Place the bread, mayonnaise-side-down, into the hot skillet. Top with 1/4 cup of the shredded cheese blend, two slices of deli ham, and 1 tbsp. peach thyme jam.
    A skillet with a slice of bread topped with ham and peach jam cooking in it.
  • Add more Layers. Add 1/4 cup of shredded cheese, another two slices of ham, and another tablespoon of jam. Finish with another 1/4 cup of shredded cheese.
    A skillet with a slice of bread topped with ham and peach jam and shredded cheese cooking in it.
  • Top with Bread and Flip. Spread mayo on another slice of bread and place it mayo-side up on the sandwich. Cook for 2–3 minutes until the bottom slice of bread is golden brown, then press down with a spatula to help the layers stick. Carefully flip the sandwich.
    A hot ham and cheese sandwich toasting in a skillet.
  • Finish Cooking. Cook another 2–3 minutes until the bottom bread is golden brown and crispy. (Pro tip: Cover the pan with a lid for 1–2 minutes to trap the heat and melt the cheese all the way.)
    A hot ham and cheese sandwich toasting in a skillet.
  • Serve. Repeat to make the second sandwich. Serve sandwiches hot and enjoy!
    A hot ham and cheese sandwich cut in half and stacked with the cut sides facing the camera. Chips and a beer are in the background.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sandwichCalories: 899kcalCarbohydrates: 74gProtein: 49gFat: 45gSaturated Fat: 22gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 139mgSodium: 2758mgPotassium: 539mgFiber: 3gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 768IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 341mgIron: 6mg
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