Cheddar, Ham and Tomato Toasties

Shopping list

• 8 piece white or wholemeal bread — sliced; check label

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• 40 g butter — softened

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• 100 g mature cheddar — sliced or grated; check label

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• 100 g cooked ham slices — check label

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• 1 piece tomato — sliced

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Step by step

1. 1

   Butter one side of each slice of bread.

2. 2

   Place four slices, buttered-side down, on a clean work surface. Layer cheddar, ham and tomato slices on each, then top with the remaining bread slices, buttered-side up.

3. 3

   Heat a large frying pan or griddle over medium heat. Carefully place the sandwiches in the pan (work in batches if needed).

4. 4

   Cook for 3– 4 minutes on the first side, pressing gently with a spatula, until golden and crisp.

5. 5

   Flip and cook for a further 3– 4 minutes until the second side is golden and the cheese has melted.

6. 6

   Remove from the pan, cool for 1 minute, slice in half and serve warm.