Italian Ham And Cheese

Italian Ham And Cheese


1. Heat the oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat.

2. Add in the leeks and stir/saute, for about 7 minutes or until they are limp but not brown.

3. Transfer the leeks to a bowl and let cool.

4. Increase the heat to med-high; add in the pancetta; cook 3 minutes or until brown.

5. Turn and cook about 2 minutes more, or until the pancetta has turned deep golden brown.

6. Transfer pancetta to a plate; when cool enough to handle, chop it into bite-sized pieces.

7. Wipe skillet with a paper towel, but do not wash it.

8. Butter 1 side of each slice of bread.

9. Place 4 slices on your work surface, buttered side down.

10. Distribute the cheese evenly over the 4 slices; then distribute the leeks and pancetta.

11. Place the remaining 4 bread slices on top, buttered side up.

12. Heat the same skillet over med-high heat for 2 minutes.

13. Put the sandwiches in the skillet (in batches if needed), cover and cook 2 minutes, or until the undersides are golden brown and the cheese has begun to melt.

14. Uncover, and turn the sandwiches with a spatula, pressing firmly to flatten them slightly.

15. Cook 1 minute, or until the undersides are golden brown.

16. Turn the sandwich again, press with the spatula, and cook for 30 seconds or until the cheese has completely melted; serve immediately.

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