Francesinha

Step 1

Lay one slice of bread on the cutting board and place two slices of ham on top, covering the bread evenly.

Step 2

Layer two slices of turkey on top of the ham in a single even layer.

Step 3

Place two slices of cheese on top of the turkey, covering as much surface as possible.

Step 4

Place the second bread slice on top and press down gently so the layers compress together slightly.

Step 5

Repeat steps 1 through 4 with the remaining ham, turkey, and cheese to make the second sandwich.

Step 6

Place a 12-inch skillet over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of butter, waiting until it melts and foams, about 30 seconds.

Step 7

Carefully place one sandwich into the hot skillet and cook until the bottom bread is golden-brown and crispy, about 3 to 4 minutes.

Step 8

Flip the sandwich and add the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter to the skillet, allowing it to melt around the sandwich.

Step 9

Cook the second side until golden-brown and crispy, the cheese is fully melted (you can see it slightly oozing from the edges), about 3 to 4 minutes.

Step 10

Transfer the first sandwich to a plate and repeat steps 6 through 9 with the second sandwich, reheating the pan if needed.

Step 11

Pour 0.5 cup of beer into the same skillet (still over medium heat) and use a wooden spoon to scrape up any browned bits stuck to the bottom.

Step 12

Simmer the beer for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it reduces by about half and smells strongly of caramel and beer, about 90 to 180 seconds.

Step 13

Pour the sauce into a small bowl or directly over each sandwich.