Simplest is Best: French Ham and Butter Baguette Sandwich (Jambon Beurre)

A French ham and butter baguette (jambon beurre) is one of the most simple sandwiches with only three ingredients, but it is one of the best you’ll ever have.

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I’ve been writing and posting like a mad woman since I returned from Europe in September, all the way until Christmas. There were also other deadlines on top of the culinary tour posts I’d written. I honestly didn’t step foot into a store to do Christmas shopping until December 23rd.

I have been working on a Cullen skink recipe (smoked haddock chowder) for over a month, and I’m just not satisfied with my recent chocolate cake photos. I’ve also had lots of company staying with us, and last weekend, I became my niece’s godmother! Isn’t she just adorable?

Jambon Beurre: one of my favorite sandwiches!

So instead of rushing to post the Cullen skink or chocolate cake, I remembered that I had taken several shots of ham and butter sandwiches a couple of times last year.  However, this isn’t just any ham and butter sandwich, I’m referring to the French style, jambon beurre.

This gorgeous jambon beurre was taken at a cafe in Saint Germain en Laye, when I visited my friend, Jill (Mad About Macarons). I had wanted to share one of the most simple things you could ever make, but at the same time, one of the most delicious (at least, to me).

Last year, I was lucky enough to buy real French ham at a gourmet import store here in LA. I also bought a crusty baguette and always have Kerrygold butter on hand, so that’s all that was needed.

Another killer sandwich I discovered in my travel to Scotland.

These three quality ingredients = heaven. Don’t miss having one if you go to France! Or if you go to Seattle, stop by Le Panier as they have delicious varieties of French baguette sandwiches.

I also French ham and butter sandwiches in England at my cousin Connie’s house. If you’ve never had one, you should do yourself a favor and rustle up these three ingredients. You really don’t need a recipe, but here’s what to do~

French Ham and Butter Sandwiches (Jambon Beurre)

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Cut the baguette into as many pieces as you want sandwiches, then cut in half, lengthwise.

Spread the softened butter onto the baguette. Don’t put it on like cheese, but don’t put too little, either.

Add the slices of ham. This is not a NY deli style sandwich. One or two thin slices will suffice.

Enjoy your ham and butter baguette, you lucky devil!

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Simplest is Best: French Ham and Butter Baguette Sandwich (Jambon Beurre)

Yield: 4 sandwiches

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Active Time: 5 minutes

Total Time: 10 minutes

A classic French creation that is incredibly simple, yet just as tasty.

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Ingredients

• a really good, crusty baguette
• 2 oz top quality butter, at room temperature
• 8 oz thin, French ham (if you can find it, if not, the best, thinly sliced ham you can get)

Instructions

Cut the baguette into 4 pieces and slice lengthwise.

Spread the butter on both sides of each piece of bread, then add the sliced ham.

Nutrition Information:

Yield: 4 Serving Size: 1 sandwich
Amount Per Serving:Calories: 1250Total Fat: 15gCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 14g

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