Ingredients
Dressing:
1/3 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons GOLDEN BLOSSOM HONEY
1 large clove garlic, minced
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
salt and pepper, to taste
4 ciabatta rolls or 1 (16-ounce) loaf ciabatta bread, halved horizontally
8 ounces Italian ham, such as prosciutto or speck
1 (8 ounce) ball mozzarella fresca, thinly sliced
1 or 2 fresh tomatoes, sliced
12 large fresh basil leaves
Honey Tips
Honey Flavors and Colors
Honey has different flavors and colors, depending on the location and kinds of flowers the bees visit. Climatic conditions of the area also influence its flavor and color.
Directions
Preheat oven to 375°.
Whisk together all dressing ingredients. Set aside.
Place bottom half of rolls or bread on counter. Top with ham slices, then mozzarella, then tomato slices and finally basil leaves. Drizzle with some dressing. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Place top half of bread cut side up on counter. Drizzle with desired amount of dressing and place on top of sandwich. (Refrigerate remaining dressing for another use.)
Wrap entire sandwich in foil and bake for 15 minutes or until cheese is melted.
If using a loaf of bread, cut into 4 equal pieces.
Serves: 4
Whisk together all dressing ingredients. Set aside.
Place bottom half of rolls or bread on counter. Top with ham slices, then mozzarella, then tomato slices and finally basil leaves. Drizzle with some dressing. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Place top half of bread cut side up on counter. Drizzle with desired amount of dressing and place on top of sandwich. (Refrigerate remaining dressing for another use.)
Wrap entire sandwich in foil and bake for 15 minutes or until cheese is melted.
If using a loaf of bread, cut into 4 equal pieces.
Serves: 4