Recipe: Open Face Ham, Cheese, and Apple Butter Sandwiches

3 Ciabatta rolls, halved horizontally, or 6 1/2 inch thick slices country-style bread

2 tablespoons olive oil

6 tablespoons apple butter 4 tablespoons Dijon mustard

1 1/4 pounds Black Forest ham, thinly sliced

12 ounces pepper jack cheese, sliced

1 bunch fresh chives, chopped

Brush cut side of ciabatta rolls with oil.

Place rolls, cut side up, on baking sheet.

Broil until rolls begin to brown around edges, about 2 minutes.

Spread apple butter and mustard on each roll half.

Top with ham, then cheese.

Broil until cheese melts and begins to brown in spots, about 2 minutes.

Sprinkle with chives and serve.

Makes 6

Bon Appetit October 2004