GRILLED BRIE HAM & PEAR SANDWICH

Submitted by clubfoody

"This delicious sandwich is a bit out of the ordinary and so easy to make. Within 15 minutes, you can enjoy it! VIDEO https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BS6ilOwQ5Vw"

 

• Ready In: 15mins
• Ingredients: 9
• Yields: 3 sandwcihes

ingredients

• 1 large bosc pear, washed
• 6 slices sourdough bread (ciabatta or French bread)
• 3 ounces brie cheese, thinly sliced
• 3 teaspoons pomegranate molasses (1 tsp. per sandwich)
• 1⁄2 teaspoon black pepper (to taste)
• 6 slices black forest ham
• 6 leaves butter lettuce, washed
• 3 teaspoons Dijon mustard (or as needed)
• 1⁄4 cup butter, room temperature (or as needed)

directions

1. Assemble sandwich by placing slices of brie followed by slices of pear on bread. Drizzle 1 teaspoons of pomegranate molasses on top of the pear slices per sandwich; season with freshly ground black pepper. Place a couple of slices of ham on before adding a couple leaves of lettuce.
2. Generously spread mustard on the other bread slices and place face down on the lettuce. Spread butter on one side only.
3. In a panini press or skillet over medium heat, place sandwiches butter side down and put press on top, pressing down gently. If not using a panini press, place a heavy lid on top.
4. Grill for 2 minutes or until nicely brown. Remove press or lid and butter top slices before carefully flipping them over. Replace press or lid, gently press down again and grill for 2 minutes or until nicely browned. Serve immediately. Makes 3 sandwiches.