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Butter-Crusted Ham & Swiss Melt

A crispy, buttery grilled ham and Swiss cheese sandwich that's ready in 10 minutes. Serve with a simple green salad for a quick lunch or light dinner.

Total time
10 min
Servings
2
Calories
385
Protein
18g
Butter-Crusted Ham & Swiss Melt
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Butter one side of each bread slice generously with a butter knife.

  2. Step 2

    Heat a skillet over medium-high until a drop of water sizzles and evaporates.

  3. Step 3

    Place one bread slice butter-side down in the skillet, then layer ham and cheese inside.

  4. Step 4

    Top with second bread slice, butter-side up, and cook until golden and crispy, ~2 minutes.

  5. Step 5

    Flip once and cook the other side until golden and cheese melts, ~2 minutes more.

  6. Step 6

    Slice diagonally and serve hot with a green salad on the side.

Tools you’ll need

  • skillet (10-12 inch)
  • butter knife
  • spatula

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