Classic Ham & Swiss Melt
Buttered bread, deli ham, melted Swiss cheese—toasted until golden and gooey. The ultimate quick lunch that tastes like a deli counter favorite.
- Total time
- 8 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 385
- Protein
- 18g
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Ingredients
- 4 slices bread
- 4 slices deli ham
- 2 slices swiss cheese
- 1 tbsp butter
Instructions
- 1
Butter one side of each bread slice generously.
- 2
Place one slice butter-side down in a skillet over medium heat.
- 3
Layer ham and cheese on top, then top with the second bread slice, butter-side up.
- 4
Toast until bread is golden and crispy, about 2–3 minutes.
- 5
Flip carefully and toast the other side until cheese melts, another 2 minutes.
- 6
Remove from heat and slice diagonally. Serve immediately.
Tools you’ll need
- 12-inch non-stick or cast iron skillet
- spatula
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