Gerber Sandwich
The Gerber sandwich is a unique and delicious sandwich originating from St. Louis. It's an open-faced sandwich made with ham, cheese, and a rich, buttery garlic sauce.
Ingredients - Serves 4
- Paprika - 1 teaspoon
- Provel cheese - 1 cup, shredded
- Smoked ham - 1 pound, thinly sliced
- Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
- Butter - 1/2 cup, melted
- French bread - 1 loaf, sliced
Let's Get Started
- Preheat your oven's broiler.
- Arrange the French bread slices on a baking sheet.
- In a small bowl, combine the melted butter and minced garlic. Brush this mixture onto one side of each slice of bread.
- Top each slice of bread with an even amount of the smoked ham.
- Sprinkle the shredded Provel cheese over the ham on each sandwich.
- Sprinkle a bit of paprika over the top of each sandwich for added flavor and color.
- Place the baking sheet under the broiler and broil until the cheese is melted and bubbly, about 3-5 minutes. Watch closely to prevent burning.
- Remove the sandwiches from the oven and serve immediately.
Dietary Info
- Dish Type: Main Course
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Calories: 450
- Fat: 25g
- Carbs: 35g
- Protein: 20g
- Sodium: 1500mg
- Sugar: 5g