Name: Ham Breakfast Focaccia Sandwich
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 1
Ingredients: 1 thick slice of homemade garlic rosemary focaccia, split; 1 tsp butter or a little of the ham/tomato oil, for cooking; 2 slices of high-end ham; 1 Tbsp mayonnaise; 1 large egg; 1 slice of you favorite cheese; 2 Tbsp Smoked Roma Tomato Jam; Salt and black pepper to taste

Ham Breakfast Focaccia Sandwich

Thick slices of herb-infused bread are toasted to perfection to hold together a combination of seared meat and a melty cheese-topped egg. A generous spread of smoky tomato preserves provides a complex sweetness that cuts through the rich layers, making this a truly elevated handheld morning feast.

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Prep Time 5 mins Cook Time 10 mins Total Time 15 mins Servings: 1 Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

1 thick slice of homemade garlic rosemary focaccia, split (or other sturdy roll/bread like ciabatta or brioche)

1 tsp butter or a little of the ham/tomato oil, for cooking

2 slices of high-end ham (deli-sliced or leftover roast ham)

1 Tbsp mayonnaise (on the top)

1 large egg
1 slice of you favorite cheese (Provolone, Gruyère, or Sharp Cheddar are excellent choices)
2 Tbsp Smoked Roma Tomato Jam
Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

Preheat a cast iron skillet or pan over medium heat. Melt the butter (or use a small amount of the reserved oil from the tomato jam jar). Place the focaccia slices cut-side down in the pan and toast for 2-3 minutes until golden brown and crispy. Set aside.
Place the ham slices in the hot pan. Increase the heat slightly to medium-high. Sear the ham for 1-2 minutes per side until the edges are caramelized and slightly crispy. Remove the ham and set it aside.
Reduce the heat to medium-low and add a touch more butter or oil if needed.
Crack the egg into the pan. Season lightly with salt and pepper.
Cook the egg until the whites are fully set (about 2-3 minutes).
Just before removing the egg, lay the slice of cheese over it so it begins to melt from the residual heat.
Place the bottom slice of toasted focaccia on your plate.
Liberally spread your homemade Smoked Roma Tomato Jam from edge to edge on the bottom slice.
Place the seared, caramelized ham slices on top of the jam.
Gently slide the warm egg with the melting cheese on top of the ham.
Spread 1 tbsp of mayo on the cut side of the top focaccia slice.
Place the final piece of toasted focaccia on top.

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Ham Breakfast Focaccia Sandwich