Open-Faced Cheesy Ham Melts
Prep: 10 minutes
Cook/Broil: 7 minutes • Serves: 4
1-1/2 tablespoons olive oil
4 thick slices leftover ham
1 cup leftover Gruyère & Pea Cheesy Potato Casserole
1/2 cup chopped leftover Roasted Asparagus spears
4 slices Muenster cheese
2 cups arugula
2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
1.Place oven rack 6 inches from source of heat; preheat broiler to high. Spray rimmed baking pan with cooking spray. In large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon oil over medium-high heat; in batches, if necessary, add ham and cook 4 minutes or until browned, turning once. Transfer ham to prepared pan.
2.Top ham with leftover potatoes; broil 1 minute or until potatoes are heated through. Top potatoes with asparagus and cheese; broil 2 minutes or until cheese is melted.
3.In small bowl, toss arugula, lemon juice, pepper, and remaining 1/2 tablespoon oil; serve ham melts topped with arugula mixture.
Approximate nutritional values per serving (1 melt):
328 Calories, 19g Fat (8g Saturated), 87mg Cholesterol,
1175mg Sodium, 10g Carbohydrates, 1g Fiber, 30g Protein
Dietitian’s Dish:
The asparagus, eggs and potatoes have many essential nutrients contributing to wellness in all stages of life. Folic acid and choline are essential during pregnancy for baby’s developing brain.
