Bocadillo (spanish Ham And Cheese Sandwiches)

Total Time: 30 mins Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 15 mins

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 4 large soft italian rolls
• 3 -4 garlic cloves
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 large ripe tomatoes, thinly sliced
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 8 slices ham or 8 slices prosciutto
• 8 ounces monterey jack cheese, thinly sliced

Recipe

• 1 cut rolls open and toast lightly under broiler or in toaster oven. smash garlic cloves with side of a knife, place in a small bowl and toss with olive oil to flavor.
• 2 lightly brush insides and ousides of rolls with garlic oil. place 4 bottom halves in a large, heavy non-stick skillet. place sliced tomatoes on bread, sprinkle with oregano, then layer with meat and cheese. top with upper halves. close and press together well. heat skillet over med-high heat. lower heat and cook about 6 minutes per side, until outside is lightly crisped and cheese is melted. for crisper, thinner sandwiches, flatten with another skillet or a wide-bottomed saucepan as they cook, or use a panini press.
• 3 cut sandwiches in half and serve immediately.