Grown Up Ham and Cheese Finger Sandwiches Recipe

Name: Grown Up Ham and Cheese Finger Sandwiches
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup water; 3 tablespoons cider vinegar; 1 1/2 tablespoons brown sugar; 1/2 small red onion, very thinly sliced; 8 slices thin white bread, recommended: Pepperidge Farm; Extra-virgin olive oil; 1 large or 2 small green apples; 4 to 6 ounces aged Gouda; 1 tablespoon Dijon or whole grain mustard, apple butter or chutney; 1/2 bunch watercress; 8 thin slices prosciutto; Freshly cracked black pepper

Servings: persons

1/2 cup water
3 tablespoons cider vinegar
1 1/2 tablespoons brown sugar
1/2 small red onion, very thinly sliced
8 slices thin white bread, recommended: Pepperidge Farm
Extra-virgin olive oil
1 large or 2 small green apples
4 to 6 ounces aged Gouda
1 tablespoon Dijon or whole grain mustard, apple butter or chutney
1/2 bunch watercress
8 thin slices prosciutto
Freshly cracked black pepper

1
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
2
Bring water, vinegar and brown sugar to a boil.
3
Add the onions and remove from the heat.
4
Cover, and set aside until the onions come to room temperature.
5
Trim the crusts off the bread and cut the bread into thirds, for 3 rectangles per piece.
6
Lightly brush both sides of the bread pieces with olive oil and lay out on a baking sheet.
7
Toast in the oven until just crisp and lightly brown, about 5 minutes.
8
Cool.
9
To assemble: Quarter, core, and very thinly slice the apple, (a mandolin is terrific for this).
10
Very thinly slice the cheese into triangles or shards that will fit nicely on the bread.
11
Place a dab or smear of mustard on the bread.
12
Place a piece of apple, cheese and 1 or 2 sprigs of watercress on each piece of toasted bread.
13
Wrap a small piece of prosciutto around each stack to make a neat package.
14
Top with a little bit of the pickled onions, a drizzle of olive oil and freshly cracked black pepper.
15
Serve at room temperature.
16
Do ahead tips: Toast the bread ahead, and thinly slice the apple, placing them in lemon water to prevent them from turning brown.
17
If you need to assemble the sandwiches ahead, don't add the watercress, and cover them with a very light moistened paper towel.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup water, 3 tablespoons cider vinegar, 1 1/2 tablespoons brown sugar, 1/2 small red onion, very thinly sliced, and more.

Yes, Grown Up Ham and Cheese Finger Sandwiches 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.

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Grown Up Ham and Cheese Finger Sandwiches

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