Grilled Ham, Cheese and Apple Sandwiches

 

1/3

cup mayonnaise or salad dressing

1

clove garlic, finely chopped

8

slices Italian bread, 1/2 inch thick

2

tablespoons butter or margarine, softened

1/2

lb thinly sliced cooked ham (from deli)

1

medium apple, peeled, thinly sliced

1

cup arugula

4

thin slices onion, if desired

4

slices (1 oz each) Swiss cheese

• 1 In small bowl, mix mayonnaise and garlic. Spread 1 side of each bread slice with butter; spread mayonnaise mixture on unbuttered side. On each of 4 bread slices, buttered sides down, layer ham, apple, arugula, onion, cheese and remaining bread slices, buttered sides up.
• 2 Heat 12-inch nonstick skillet over medium-low heat 3 to 5 minutes. Place sandwiches in hot skillet; cook uncovered 6 to 9 minutes, turning once, until bread is crisp and cheese is melted.