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Variations on a Classic Combination: Ham and Cheese

March 30, 2011

Ham and cheese between bread is a universal pairing.
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Italian Panino — Our favorite Italian Panino features focaccia, Taleggio, speck (smoked cured ham), arugula, and balsamic vinegar.
See Recipe For Italian Panino »Todd Coleman

SPAM and Cheese Sandwich from Kogi — The SPAM and Cheese Sandwich from Kogi, in Los Angeles, is made with a slider bun, Monterey Jack and cheddar cheeses, SPAM, sweet chile sauce, and kimchi. See Recipe For the SPAM and Cheese Sandwich from Kogi »Todd Coleman

Cubano (Cuban Ham and Cheese Sandwich) — A Cubano is a griddled white roll with Swiss cheese, boiled ham, dill pickle slices, and roasted pork.Todd Coleman

Croque Madame — The croque monsieur, the classic French ham and cheese sandwich covered in cheesy bechamel, becomes a "madame" when a fried egg is placed on top.Todd Coleman

Puerto Rican Ham and Egg Sandwiches (Mallorcas) — Fluffy, eggy, buttery, sweet, coiled like a snail's shell and generously dusted with powdered sugar, Pan de Mallorca is named for its land of origin, in Spain.Penny De Los Santos

Football Sandwiches — A staple of Junior League cookbooks, these miniature ham sandwiches are doused in a tangy butter-poppyseed sauce and then baked in the oven.Helen Rosner

Ham, Cheese, Egg, and Lemon Sandwiches — Lemon curd and goat cheese lends this breakfast sandwich a pleasing tang. Get the recipe for Ham, Cheese, Egg, and Lemon Sandwiches »Todd Coleman

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