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To assemble: Butter one side of each slice of bread.
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Place 4 slices on your work surface, buttered side down.
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Place a slice of ham on each bread slice, folding it to fit if necessary.
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Top with 4 to 5 apple slices per sandwich, followed by the cheese.
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Place the remaining 4 bread slices on top, buttered side up.
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(If the sandwich seems quite thick, press it down to compress the ingredients slightly.)
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STOVETOP METHOD: Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat for 2 minutes.
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Put the sandwiches in the skillet (in batches if necessary), cover, and cook for 2 minutes, or until the undersides are golden brown and the cheese has begun to melt.
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Uncover, and turn the sandwiches with a spatula, pressing firmly to flatten them slightly.
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Cook for 1 minute, or until the undersides are golden brown.
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Turn the sandwiches again, press with the spatula, and cook for 30 seconds, or until the cheese has melted completely.
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Serve immediately.
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SANDWICH MAKER METHOD: Preheat the sandwich maker.
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Follow directions for sandwich assembly, and cook according to the manufacturer's instructions.
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GAS GRILL METHOD: Brush the grill rack with oil and preheat the grill to medium-high.
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Follow directions for sandwich assembly.
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Put the sandwiches on the grill and follow directions for the stovetop method.
