Flavoured Mayonnaise

• 65 g (¼ cup) mayonnaise (see note 1)
• 30 g (2 tbsp) sun-dried tomatoes
• 15 g (1 c. table) fresh chives
• 5 g (1 tsp) Dijon mustard
• 1  clove garlic
• Salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste

Ham Burgers

• 4 crusty Italian buns
• 4 lettuce leaves
• 600 g Authentic Cooked Ham (see note 2)  

Dressing for Fresh Cress Salad

• 75 ml (⅓ cup) olive oil
• 5 ml (1 tsp) sesame seed oil
• 40 ml (2 tbsp) balsamic vinegar
• 5 ml (1 tsp) soya sauce
• 5 ml (1 tsp) maple syrup
• 20 ml (1 tbsp) orange juice
• 160 g (2 cups) fresh cress, well packed
• Salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste

Notes:

You may replace the mayonnaise with plain yogurt.

Ask the clerk at the deli counter for 4 slices of Authentic Cooked Ham about 0.5 cm (¼" thick), or approximately 100 g each.

1. Finely chop the sun-dried tomatoes, chives and garlic.
2. Combine tomatoes, chives, garlic, mayonnaise and Dijon mustard in a bowl and mix well. Season to taste. Set aside.

1. Wash and dry lettuce. Set aside.
2. Grill ham and buns on barbecue.

1. Wash and dry cress. Tear into bite-sized pieces.
2. In a bowl, mix all of the ingredients for the dressing. Drizzle the dressing over the cress.
3. Place a small amount of salad in each plate.

1. Spread mayonnaise mixture on each bun.
2. Place a slice of ham on the lettuce.
3. To add a little kick to your burger, add onions or sprinkle havarti cheese on the ham and broil it in the oven.

Culinary Comment:

Who said that burgers were all the same? By replacing classic condiments (relish, prepared mustard and ketchup) and ground meat with a slice of ham, sun-dried tomatoes, cheese, fine herbs and wholesome plant oils, we offer you a healthful alternative to an old favourite.