📖 Instructions

1. First, gather all your ingredients: cooked ham (about 8 ounces), Swiss cheese (4-6 slices), mayonnaise (1/4 cup), Dijon mustard (2 tablespoons), sweet pickle relish (2 tablespoons – this is the secret ingredient!), Worcestershire sauce (1 teaspoon), hot sauce (a dash or two, depending on your preference), black pepper (1/4 teaspoon), paprika (1/4 teaspoon), garlic powder (1/4 teaspoon), and your bread of choice (sourdough, rye, or brioche work well).
2. Next, dice the ham into small, even pieces. You can use a food processor for this, but I prefer to do it by hand for a better texture. Nobody likes mushy ham. Aim for pieces that are about 1/4 inch in size.
3. In a medium bowl, combine the diced ham, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, sweet pickle relish, Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce, black pepper, paprika, and garlic powder. Mix everything together until well combined. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Maybe you prefer more mustard or less hot sauce – it's your sandwich, after all!
4. Now, it's time to assemble the sandwich. Spread a generous amount of the deviled ham mixture on one slice of bread.
5. Layer the Swiss cheese slices on top of the deviled ham. Don't be shy with the cheese; we want every bite to be cheesy and delicious. I'm a big cheese enthusiast, so i usually put at least 3 slices.
6. Top with the other slice of bread.
7. At this point, you can serve the sandwich as is, or you can take it to the next level by toasting it. I highly recommend toasting it. Trust me, you wont regret it! Butter the outside of both slices of bread and place the sandwich in a skillet over medium heat. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until the bread is golden brown and the cheese is melted and gooey.
8. Remove the sandwich from the skillet and let it cool slightly before cutting it in half. The hardest part is not eating it immediately! The smell alone is enough to make your stomach growl.
9. Serve and enjoy your Deluxe Deviled Ham and Swiss Sandwich! It's perfect for lunch, a picnic, or even a quick dinner. Serve it with a side of potato chips or a crisp salad for a complete meal.
10. If you have any leftover deviled ham mixture (which is unlikely, but possible), store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. It's also great on crackers or celery sticks!