Black Forest Ham and Brie Open Faced Melts
Indulge in the irresistible flavors of these Black Forest Ham and Brie Open-Faced Melts, a perfect harmony of gourmet ingredients and comforting simplicity. Nestled on crispy slices of sourdough bread, layers of savory Black Forest ham and creamy, velvety brie create a luxurious base. Topped with caramelized onions infused with balsamic vinegar, honey, and thyme, each bite is a sweet and savory delight. Ready in just 40 minutes, this recipe is perfect for everything from a weekday lunch to a casual dinner party. With a perfect balance of textures and flavors, these open-faced melts bring elegance to your table with minimal effort.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 slices sourdough bread
- 8 slices Black Forest ham
- 180 grams brie cheese
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 large yellow onion
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
Instructions
Peel and thinly slice the yellow onion.
Heat olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter in a large skillet over medium-low heat.
Add the sliced onion to the skillet and cook, stirring occasionally, for 12-15 minutes until softened and golden brown.
Stir in balsamic vinegar, honey, fresh thyme, salt, and pepper. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the mixture is sticky and caramelized. Remove from heat and set aside.
Preheat your oven's broiler on high.
Arrange the sourdough bread slices on a baking sheet.
Spread the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter thinly over the top of each slice of bread.
Layer 2 slices of Black Forest ham onto each slice of bread.
Cut the brie into thin slices and distribute evenly over the ham.
Broil the open-faced sandwiches for 3-5 minutes, or until the brie has melted and is slightly bubbly. Keep a close eye to prevent burning.
Remove from the oven and top each sandwich with a generous spoonful of caramelized onions.
Serve immediately while hot and enjoy your Black Forest Ham and Brie Open Faced Melts!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1698 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 96.0 g | 123% | |
| Saturated Fat | 49.5 g | 248% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 343 mg | 114% | |
| Sodium | 4924 mg | 214% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 126.1 g | 46% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.8 g | 24% | |
| Total Sugars | 21.8 g | ||
| Protein | 95.5 g | 191% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.9 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 457 mg | 35% | |
| Iron | 7.4 mg | 41% | |
| Potassium | 2083 mg | 44% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
