Ham and Caramelized Onion Grilled Cheese
Recipe from Family Circle

A twist on this family-favorite sandwich adds ham and caramelized onions for a tasty lunch prepared in less than 30 minutes.


Ham and Caramelized Onion Grilled Cheese

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Servings: 4 paninis
Prep Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 30 mins
Related Categories: Grilled Cheese Sandwich, Ham, Low Calorie, Low Carb, Low Fat, Onions
 
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Ingredients
  • 1  large
    onion, very thinly sliced
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  • 1/4  teaspoon
    sugar
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  •   pinch
    salt
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  • 4  teaspoons
    spicy brown mustard
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  • 3  teaspoons
    horseradish
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  • 2  teaspoons
    honey
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  • 8  slices
    light whole-wheat bread (such as Pepperidge Farms)
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  • 12  slices (about 6 ounces)
    light ham (such as Healthy Ones)
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  • 4  slices (about 4 ounces)
    low-fat Swiss Cheese (such as Alpine Lace)
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  • 4  cups
    mixed greens (optional)
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Directions
1.
Coat a medium-size nonstick skillet with nonstick cooking spray and place over medium heat. Add onion, sugar and salt to skillet; cover. Cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, or until lightly browned; remove from heat.
2.
Stir together mustard, horseradish and honey; set aside.
3.
Spread 4 slices of bread evenly with mustard mixture, then layer 3 slices ham over each piece of bread. Place about 2 tablespoons onions on top of the ham, then place 1 slice cheese on top of the onions. Place 4 remaining bread slices over cheese.
4.
Spritz both sides of sandwich with nonstick cooking spray and cook in a nonstick skillet over medium heat for 5 to 8 minutes or until cheese has melted, turning halfway through. Serve with mixed greens on the side, if desired.
Nutrition information
Calories 262, Total Fat 8 g, Saturated Fat 4 g, Cholesterol 39 mg, Sodium 616 mg, Carbohydrate 28 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 21 g. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet
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