Recipe: Ham Sandwiches - 7 Variations

Ham Sandwiches - 7 Variations

Mediterranean Meal
Fill a pita pocket with shaved ham, dabs of goat cheese, chopped tomatoes, chopped canned artichokes and sliced olives. Serve with cucumbers marinated in low-fat vinaigrette dressing.

Tex-Mex Takeout
Spread a flour tortilla with salsa, top with thinly-sliced ham, shredded low-fat cheddar cheese and shredded lettuce. Roll tortilla and enjoy with fresh fruit.

Savory Special
Combine low-fat mayonnaise and horseradish; spread over rye bread. Top with slices of ham, low-fat Swiss cheese and thinly sliced ripe pears.

New England Haven
Top thick slices of cracked wheat bread with shaved ham. Add purchased cranberry-apple relish. Serve with fresh vegetable soup.

Bay Area Classic
Toast two slices of sourdough bread and spread with reduced-fat, herb-flavored cream cheese. Add sliced ham and top with roasted peppers and lettuce leaves.

California Club
Spread toasted seven-grain bread with honey mustard and top with ham, thin slices of provolone cheese and crisp alfalfa sprouts.

Grilled Cheese and Ham
Add a slice of ham to a grilled cheese sandwich for a satisfying lunch.

Source: National Pork Board