GRILLED PESTO, HAM AND PROVOLONE SANDWICHES

Grilled Pesto, Ham and Provolone Sandwiches image

These Italian-style sandwiches are loaded with zesty flavors. To lighten them a little, use fat-free mayo. We serve them with minestrone or a crisp salad. -Priscilla Yee, Concord, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

2 tablespoons mayonnaise
4 teaspoons prepared pesto
8 slices sourdough bread
8 ounces thinly sliced deli ham
1/2 cup loosely packed basil leaves
4 pickled sweet cherry peppers, chopped
1 plum tomato, thinly sliced
3/4 cup shredded provolone cheese
2 tablespoons butter, softened

Steps:

In a small bowl, mix mayonnaise and pesto; spread over 4 slices of bread. Layer with ham, basil, peppers, tomato and cheese. Top with remaining bread. Spread outsides of sandwiches with butter., Using a large cast-iron skillet or electric griddle, toast sandwiches over medium heat until golden brown and cheese is melted, 2-3 minutes on each side.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 464 calories, Fat 26g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 64mg cholesterol, Sodium 1701mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 24g protein.