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Artichoke Pesto and Black Forest Ham Baguette Sandwich
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Artichoke Pesto and Black Forest Ham Baguette Sandwich
Total Time20 mins
Skill LevelBeginner
Servings4
Total Time20 mins
Skill LevelBeginner
Servings4

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Black Forest Ham with Natural Juices
Key IngredientBlack Forest Ham with Natural Juices
AboutThe savory and unique smoky flavor of Kretschmar Black Forest Ham balances well with sharp, earthy artichoke, spinach and walnut pesto. Layer these ingredients together on a crusty baguette with Kretschmar Colby Jack for a sandwich that feels straight off the menu of your favorite gourmet deli.
Let's CookFollow the directions below, fire up the kitchen, and get cooking! For the love of meat.
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Ingredients
Key IngredientProduct ImageBlack Forest Ham with Natural Juices
 
1 Loaf Baguette, Sliced Lengthwise
 
½ Cup Artichoke Hearts, Marinated & Drained
 
2 Tbsps. Chopped Walnuts
 
2 Cloves Garlic, Peeled
 
2 Tbsps. Parmesan Cheese, Finely Grated
 
¾ Cup Baby Spinach
 
⅓ Cup Olive Oil
 
to Taste Kosher Salt
 
10 Ounces Kretschmar Black Forest Ham
 
5 Ounces Kretschmar Colby Jack Cheese
Black Forest Ham with Natural Juices
Key IngredientBlack Forest Ham with Natural Juices
Directions
1PREHEAT oven to 400°F and place baguette slices cut-side-down on rimmed baking sheet.
2BAKE until lightly toasted, about 8 to 10 minutes.
3BLEND artichoke, walnuts, garlic, Parmesan, spinach and oil in small food processor until smooth, about 30 seconds. Season with salt, to taste.
4SPREAD artichoke mixture on cut sides of baguette.
5LAYER Kretschmar Black Forest Ham and Kretschmar Colby Jack Cheese over artichoke mixture and top with remaining baguette slices.
6CUT sandwich crosswise into 4 equal pieces. Serve and enjoy.
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