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.

Nutriscore Rating: 56/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

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

Directions

Step 1

Peel and thinly slice the yellow onion.

Step 2

Heat olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter in a large skillet over medium-low heat.

Step 3

Add the sliced onion to the skillet and cook, stirring occasionally, for 12-15 minutes until softened and golden brown.

Step 4

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.

Step 5

Preheat your oven's broiler on high.

Step 6

Arrange the sourdough bread slices on a baking sheet.

Step 7

Spread the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter thinly over the top of each slice of bread.

Step 8

Layer 2 slices of Black Forest ham onto each slice of bread.

Step 9

Cut the brie into thin slices and distribute evenly over the ham.

Step 10

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.

Step 11

Remove from the oven and top each sandwich with a generous spoonful of caramelized onions.

Step 12

Serve immediately while hot and enjoy your Black Forest Ham and Brie Open Faced Melts!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(836.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1698.3

Total Fat 96.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 49.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.8g
Cholesterol 343.0mg	0%
Sodium 4924.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 126.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.8g	0%
Total Sugars 21.8g
Protein 95.5g	0%

Vitamin D 36IU	0%
Calcium 456.8mg	0%
Iron 7.4mg	0%
Potassium 2083.2mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 49.4%

Protein: 21.8%

Carbs: 28.8%