Charred Spanish Ham Cheese Melts and Hot Olives with Herbs and Spices Recipe

Name: Charred Spanish Ham Cheese Melts and Hot Olives with Herbs and Spices
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 slice Crusty bread; 13 lb. serrano ham; 1/3 to 1/2 pound(s) manchego; 1 c. hot pickled vegetable salad of cauliflower, carrots, celery, and hot peppers (giardiniera) drained; 1/2 c. sweet pickled red pepper relish or sweet pickle relish; 2 c. Olives; 2 tbsp. fresh thyme leaves; 1 tbsp. lemon zest; 1 tsp. cumin seeds; 1 tsp. red pepper flakes; extra-virgin olive oil

Servings: persons

8 slice Crusty bread
13 lb. serrano ham
1/3 to 1/2 pound(s) manchego
1 c. hot pickled vegetable salad of cauliflower, carrots, celery, and hot peppers (giardiniera) drained
1/2 c. sweet pickled red pepper relish or sweet pickle relish
2 c. Olives
2 tbsp. fresh thyme leaves
1 tbsp. lemon zest
1 tsp. cumin seeds
1 tsp. red pepper flakes
extra-virgin olive oil

1
Form sandwiches of Serrano and cheese in equal amounts.
2
Grind the hot pickled vegetables and the sweet pickle relish in food processor and pulse chop to make a relish.
3
Spread the relish evenly on sandwich tops and set into place.
4
Place olives in a foil pouch and season with thyme, lemon zest, cumin seeds, and red pepper flakes.
5
Drizzle with extra-virgin olive oil and seal the pouch.
6
Place pouch on grill and cook a few minutes on each side to heat the olives, herbs, and spices.
7
Place sandwiches on grill and weigh down with heavy skillet or a brick covered in foil.
8
Char and heat the sandwiches through, 2 to 3 minutes on each side.
9
Cut sandwiches in half and serve with hot olives on the side.

2441

kcal

Calories

148

Fat

Carbs

253

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 slice Crusty bread, 13 lb. serrano ham, 1/3 to 1/2 pound(s) manchego, 1 c. hot pickled vegetable salad of cauliflower, carrots, celery, and hot peppers (giardiniera) drained, and more.

Yes, Charred Spanish Ham Cheese Melts and Hot Olives with Herbs and Spices falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Charred Spanish Ham Cheese Melts and Hot Olives with Herbs and Spices

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