Ham and Cheese Sandwich

Ham and Cheese Sandwich

Layers of savory ham and melty cheese between soft bread, ready in minutes.

Total 10 min Makes 2 servings Calories 420/serving

Dietary

Nut free

Allergens

Dairy, Wheat

This straightforward sandwich pairs thin-sliced deli ham with cheese, a smear of mustard, and crisp lettuce for a satisfying lunch. It comes together quickly with no cooking required, making it a reliable option for weekday meals or picnics. A light toast of the bread adds texture and warms the fillings slightly.

Ingredients

  • 4 slices sandwich bread
  • 6 ounces deli ham, thinly sliced
  • 4 slices Swiss or cheddar cheese
  • 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
  • 4 leaves lettuce
  • 4 slices tomato
  • 1 tablespoon butter, softened

Method

  1. Lay out the bread slices and spread butter thinly on one side of each, if toasting.

  2. Toast the buttered bread in a skillet over medium heat, about 2 minutes per side, until golden brown.

  3. Spread mayonnaise on one side of each slice of bread and mustard on the other two slices.

  4. Layer ham, cheese, lettuce, and tomato slices evenly over two of the bread slices.

  5. Top with the remaining bread slices, mustard side down, and press gently to hold together.

  6. Slice sandwiches in half diagonally and serve immediately.

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    Ham and Cheese Sandwich

    This straightforward sandwich pairs thin-sliced deli ham with cheese, a smear of mustard, and crisp lettuce for a satisfying lunch. It comes together quickly with no cooking required, making it a reliable option for weekday meals or picnics. A light toast of the bread adds texture and warms the fillings slightly.

    10 min 2 servings 420 cal

    Ingredients

    • 4 slices sandwich bread
    • 6 ounces deli ham, thinly sliced
    • 4 slices Swiss or cheddar cheese
    • 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
    • 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
    • 4 leaves lettuce
    • 4 slices tomato
    • 1 tablespoon butter, softened

    Method

    1. 1

      Lay out the bread slices and spread butter thinly on one side of each, if toasting.

    2. 2

      Toast the buttered bread in a skillet over medium heat, about 2 minutes per side, until golden brown.

    3. 3

      Spread mayonnaise on one side of each slice of bread and mustard on the other two slices.

    4. 4

      Layer ham, cheese, lettuce, and tomato slices evenly over two of the bread slices.

    5. 5

      Top with the remaining bread slices, mustard side down, and press gently to hold together.

    6. 6

      Slice sandwiches in half diagonally and serve immediately.