Classic Ham Sandwich Recipe

Name: Classic Ham Sandwich
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Yield: 1 sandwich
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 slices white or whole wheat bread; 1 tablespoon mayonnaise; 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard; 3 ounces thinly sliced deli ham; 1 slice Swiss or cheddar cheese; 2 leaves lettuce; 2 slices tomato

American · Main course · 10 min total

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A timeless ham sandwich with layers of savory ham, cheese, and crisp lettuce, perfect for a quick lunch or picnic.

10
min prep

1
servings

450
kcal/serving

Ingredients

2 slices white or whole wheat bread
1 tablespoon mayonnaise
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
3 ounces thinly sliced deli ham
1 slice Swiss or cheddar cheese
2 leaves lettuce
2 slices tomato

Instructions

Lay the bread slices on a work surface. Spread mayonnaise on one slice and mustard on the other.
Layer the ham evenly on the mayonnaise-side bread slice.
Top the ham with the cheese slice, then lettuce leaves, and finally tomato slices.
Close the sandwich with the mustard-side bread slice. Cut in half diagonally and serve immediately.

Tips

For a toasted sandwich, lightly toast the bread before assembling.
Add pickles or onion slices for extra crunch and flavor.
Wrap in parchment paper for an easy packed lunch.

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