Seared Prosciutto Sandwich

Directions

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   Tomato Jam: Heat oil in large saucepan on medium heat.
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   Add onions; saute 2 to 3 min.
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   until crisp-tender.
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   Stir in garlic and cumin seed; cook several minutes or until aromatic.
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   Stir in tomato paste; cook until heated through, stirring frequently.
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   Add crushed tomatoes; stir.
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   Bring just to boil on low heat; cover.
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   Simmer 30 min.
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   or until thickened to jam-like consistency, stirring occasionally; cool slightly.
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    Puree until smooth.
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    Season with salt and pepper.
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    For each serving: Brush cut sides of 1 baguette piece with 1 Tbsp.
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    butter; toast on flat griddle.
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    Sear 5 prosciutto slices (3 oz.)
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    on flat-top griddle or in nonstick pan.
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    Spread 1 Tbsp.
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    mustard onto bottom half of baguette; top with prosciutto and 1/4 cup (1 oz.)
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    cheese.
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    Heat under salamander 20 sec.
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    or until cheese is melted; top with 1/3 cup arugula and 2 Tbsp.
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    basil.
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    Spread 1/4 cup Tomato Jam on inside of top half of baguette; use to cover sandwich.
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    Cut diagonally in half; secure with picks.