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French Ham and Cheese Sandwich

A mixture of chopped cornichons, butter, Dijon mustard, and fresh tarragon gives this ham and cheese sandwich a French twist.

Ingredients

  • ⅓ cup finely chopped cornichons

  • 4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) unsalted butter, at room temperature

  • ¼ cup Dijon mustard

  • 2 tablespoons chopped tarragon

  • black pepper

  • 8 ounces sliced deli ham

  • 4 ounces Comté or Gruyère, sliced

  • 1 large baguette, split

Directions

  1. Combine the cornichons, butter, mustard, tarragon, and ¼ teaspoon pepper in a small bowl.

  2. Spread the pickle mixture on the baguette. Top with the ham and cheese. Cut into 4 sandwiches.