Grilled Ham, Muenster, and Spinach Sandwiches

Spinach offers a vitamin-rich alternative to lettuce in this sandwich. Chowchow is a mustard-flavored mixed vegetable and pickle relish available on the condiment aisle. Often served alongside pork and cooked greens, here it adds a subtle tang that complements the ham and spinach.

Prep: 7 minutes; Cook: 4 minutes

Prep Time: 7 minutes
Cook Time: 4 minutes
Yield: 4 servings (serving size: 1 sandwich)

Ingredients

• 8  (3/4-ounce) slices crusty Chicago-style Italian bread (about 1/2 inch thick), toasted
• 8  ounces  thinly sliced lower-sodium deli ham (such as Boar's Head)
• 4  (1-ounce) slices reduced-sodium Muenster cheese (such as Alpine Lace)
• 2  cups  fresh baby spinach
• 1/4  cup  mild chowchow (such as Braswell's)
• Cooking spray

Preparation

1. Layer each of 4 bread slices with 2 ounces ham, 1 slice Muenster cheese, 1/2 cup baby spinach, 1 tablespoon chowchow, and 1 bread slice.

2. Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Coat sandwiches with cooking spray; add to pan. Cook 2 minutes on each side or until browned and cheese melts. Cut sandwiches in half, if desired. Serve immediately.

Nutritional Information

Calories:

315 (31% from fat)

Fat:

11g (sat 5.8g,mono 2.8g,poly 0.8g)

Protein:

20.8g

Carbohydrate:

32.4g

Fiber:

1.7g

Cholesterol:

53mg

Iron:

2.1mg

Sodium:

821mg

Calcium:

245mg