Heart-Healthy Ham and Cheese Biscuit Sandwich
Indulge in the perfect blend of flavor and nutrition with our **Heart-Healthy Ham and Cheese Biscuit Sandwich**! This recipe puts a wholesome twist on a classic favorite by using whole grain biscuit mix, low-fat cheddar cheese, and low-sodium lean ham to keep things light yet satisfying. Enhanced with sautéed fresh spinach and a touch of olive oil, these golden, fluffy biscuits are easy to make and packed with nutrients. Ready in just 35 minutes, these sandwiches make an ideal option for a delicious breakfast or lunch. Enjoy them warm with a sprinkle of freshly ground black pepper for a comforting, guilt-free treat that nourishes the heart and delights the taste buds! Perfect for health-conscious food lovers seeking balanced and flavorful meal ideas.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Whole grain biscuit mix
- 0.75 cup Low-fat milk
- 2 large Egg whites
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 cup Spinach leaves, fresh
- 8 ounces Low-sodium lean ham, sliced
- 4 ounces Low-fat cheddar cheese, sliced
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper, freshly ground
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
In a mixing bowl, combine the whole grain biscuit mix with low-fat milk and egg whites. Stir in the olive oil until a dough forms. Avoid overmixing to ensure fluffy biscuits.
On a lightly floured surface, roll the dough to about 1/2 inch thick. Cut using a biscuit cutter or into circles using a glass rim. Place the biscuits on the prepared baking sheet.
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the biscuits are golden brown on top. Remove from the oven and let them cool slightly.
While the biscuits are baking, steam or sauté the fresh spinach leaves until wilted. Set aside.
Assemble the sandwiches by splitting each biscuit in half. Layer on one half a slice of low as a base, followed by 2 ounces of low-sodium lean ham and a portion of sautéed spinach.
Top with a slice of low-fat cheddar cheese, and sprinkle with freshly ground black pepper.
Place the biscuit tops on the sandwiches. Optionally, you can place the assembled sandwiches back in the oven for 2-3 minutes to melt the cheese.
Serve warm and enjoy your heart-healthy ham and cheese biscuit sandwiches.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2638 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 82.2 g | 105% | |
| Saturated Fat | 22.7 g | 114% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 156 mg | 52% | |
| Sodium | 6668 mg | 290% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 372.5 g | 135% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 49.6 g | 177% | |
| Total Sugars | 29.0 g | ||
| Protein | 131.8 g | 264% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.5 mcg | 12% | |
| Calcium | 1923 mg | 148% | |
| Iron | 28.4 mg | 158% | |
| Potassium | 1937 mg | 41% | |
*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.
