Ingredients
Base
- 2 slices bread (45 g total)
- 60 g sliced ham
- 40 g cheese (cheddar, Swiss, or preferred variety)
Optional Condiments
- 10 g butter or mayonnaise
- 5 g mustard
- 1 leaf lettuce (optional)
- 2 slices tomato (optional)
Method
Prepare
Lay both slices of bread on a cutting board.
If using butter, spread 5 g on one slice and 5 g on the other slice.
If using mayo or mustard, spread thinly on one or both slices as desired.
Assemble
Layer the ham evenly on one slice of bread.
Layer the cheese on top of the ham.
Add lettuce and tomato slices if desired.
Place the second slice of bread on top, butter or condiment side down.
Toast (Optional)
For a cold sandwich, skip this step and serve immediately.
For a warm sandwich, place the assembled sandwich in a toaster oven at 180 °C for 2–3 minutes until cheese melts.
Alternatively, heat a skillet over medium heat and gently press the sandwich for 1–2 minutes per side until bread is golden and cheese softens.
Serve
Cut diagonally if desired.
Serve immediately while bread is still warm, or refrigerate if serving cold.
