Toasted Sandwiches

Ingredients

• 16 slices bread
• Butter, softened, for spreading
• 8 slices cheese
• 8 slices ham (approximately 200 g)
• 1 medium tomato, cut into 8 slices

Method

1. 1Spread butter over one side of each slice of bread.
2. 2Place 8 slices of bread on a board, buttered side facing down.
3. 3Top 4 slices with ham and cheese.
4. 4Top the remaining 4 slices with ham, cheese and tomato.
5. 5Cover with the remaining bread, keeping the buttered side facing out.
6. 6Cook in a frying pan over medium-low heat for 3–4 minutes on each side, until golden and the cheese has melted. Cook in batches if needed.
7. 7Alternatively, cook in a sandwich press for 3–5 minutes until crisp and golden.
8. 8Slice and serve hot.